I spent an unreasonable amount of time a few months ago trying to revamp my Who I Am page on this blog. Spending time that I don't really have attempting to impress strangers who have just started reading my blog. The first place I go to on a new-to-me blog is their Who I Am,… Continue reading Creating a Blog Bio is Stupid
On July 21st, I will be attending my 30-year high school reunion at my rural Ohio high school. It will be full of fun things like seeing old teachers, visiting old schools, seeing old classmates. Lots of old stuff to make me feel less old or conversely, even older. Let's just say it's gonna be… Continue reading Things I Didn’t Do Before My 30-Year High School Reunion
So here I am, writing posts and articles for my other job on a lazy Saturday afternoon, when suddenly I get the stupidest brainstorm known to man. Backstory: I was creating graphics for my blog on Canva (a site full of free DIY graphics) when I started noticing all these nonsensical situations playing out in… Continue reading Creating Idiotic Canva and Pic Monkey Graphics
First published November 20th, 2017 For the past ten years I've been going through perimenopause. Just kidding, it's only been two years. It just feels like ten years. Because the symptoms of perimenopause are SUCKING MY SOUL RIGHT OUT OF MY BODY. There are 34 symptoms of menopause, according to the website 34 Menopause Symptoms… Continue reading Did You Know There Are 34 Menopause Symptoms?
First published May 1, 2017 Birthdays are important. I’ve always felt this way, thanks in large part to my parents—especially my mom. She’d ask what kind of gifts I wanted, what dinner to make, and which cake flavor I was craving. It was never just another day. I’m the same way with my kids. We… Continue reading Birthday Week: Make it a Thing
I enjoy eating. This should come as no surprise to anyone who knows me. But I LOVE appetizers. I want to have a long, sordid, and steamy threesome with Reuben egg rolls, guacamole, and queso. And maybe a paltry affair on the side with some cheese fries topped with bacon and sour cream. I'm sorry,… Continue reading Dill Pickle and Ham Dip is the Best Thing Since Dill Pickle and Ham Dip
A Grace Full Life 