What celebrity guests would you invite to a dinner party? For the sake of this post, pretend you like celebrities. For the sake of this post, they must also be living celebrities. Here are my choices: John and Joan Cusack (in my reality, they come as a package deal) Bonnie Hunt Judy Blume It may… Continue reading Who’s On Your Guest List and Breaking the Ice
I wasn't "popular" in the traditional sense in high school. However, according to Merriam Webster's definition of the word, I was popular. I suppose it is how you look at a situation, or in this case, a definition. Tell that to a 15-year-old who suffers from undiagnosed anxiety. Having an unpopular opinion in recent years has undoubtedly… Continue reading Unpopular Opinions
I love stock photography. A woman whimsically laying in bed while wearing a party hat and laughing at a donut. I get that this is for a photo op, but what if it isn't? What if this is her life? Guess what? IT'S BIRTHDAY MONTH. This episode is jam-packed. Like I like my men. That… Continue reading Screw It, I’m Eating Tater Tots, Episode 25 (My 50th. Again.)
I am noticing an ugly trend three months into 2021- anger. And not the productive kind of anger. (Yes, there is productive anger) I hate to be the one to say this, but I had a feeling this was coming. Between being locked inside for a year, having so many people at odds on hot… Continue reading Trying to Let Go of 2020
The past few weeks I've felt like I've had to drag myself around everywhere I go. Like a cartoon figure who unfolds themselves out of bed onto the floor, down the hall, and onto the couch each day. I can't motivate my teenager to homeschool most days, I can barely motivate myself to get in… Continue reading 100 Drops of Gratitude
I am loving the conversations that are meandering between the blog posts, comments, and podcasts. It feels like we are all at this long table having coffee together. You do not know how healing this is for me. After the year we have had, I am weary and you are helping me. I hope this… Continue reading Podcast Episode Four- “Crayola Rays of Sunshine”, Cracker Barrel and Craziness
A Grace Full Life 