Another Kind of Family
For the past 13 years, I have spent a significant amount of time with a group of girls. The makeup of this group has changed over the years as has…
Read moreWhen the Journey Is the Goal
As life seems to spiral out of control, I am trying to slow down and enjoy the moments. Too often, we set our sights on a goal: achieving something, going…
Read moreThe Pain of Surviving
I think it is time to address the other “elephant,” the one that has a hold of me that I cannot seem to shake – Guilt. Logic says that I…
Read moreDepression, Loss, Grief
It is curious that these topics keep on showing up: on my Facebook newsfeed, on TV, in the news. I have started writing about this, then abandoned the idea several…
Read moreThe Family We Choose
“Family” is a powerful word. It conjures up many images and evokes many feelings. It can be defined in various ways. Obviously, we are all born into a family. Most…
Read moreI’m Back
This title is a little tongue in cheek, but true. Since I know that I have a few people following this, I feel I need to give some explanation as…
Read moreSoccer Mom No More
Another milestone has passed. My youngest played in her last soccer game yesterday, a “friendly game” with teams composed of the seniors in the league. As it turned out, her…
Read moreFamily Historian
This is a role I have taken on in our family. It can be an overwhelming task, but is one I greatly enjoy. I have the family tree records and…
Read moreReturn to Real Life
I have been in this place before. Life has been slower, heavier. I have been in a fog. Things necessary to continue living have gone on; a lot has been…
Read moreTime to Say Goodbye
It was ten and a half years ago that we rescued each other. I had been in a dark place for months, since the death of our prior dog, who…
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