My oldest daughter will be 18 years old tomorrow. I was getting ready to have my first child eighteen years ago this week. I was watching a movie a few weeks ago when the character was rewinding a tape deck in the car, and that simple action got me thinking about all the changes I've… Continue reading Eighteen Years Ago
Tag: Life
Hummingbird
"Often, our Angels and loved ones in Spirit choose hummingbirds to relay their messages. They may guide hummingbirds to hum to validate their spiritual presence and to send us signs and reminders to follow our joy, stand in the light, and stay present in the moment. Your loved ones in Heaven may choose… Continue reading Hummingbird
Did You Know There Are 34 Menopause Symptoms?
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?
I Hate Painting Furniture
I've read enough DIY blogs to know that whatever I make is, at best, mediocre. In fact, one could argue that my once DIY blog has nothing to do with DIY any longer. Unless, of course, DIY stood for Dammit! Ick! Yikes! which is exactly my approach to any DIY problem I try to solve… Continue reading I Hate Painting Furniture
When Did The Trees Get So Big?
As I drove through my neighborhood this morning, I noticed the trees that line the streets. When did these trees get so big? I thought to myself. A large portion of my time is spent looking ahead, whether it's looking at the road while driving my car, at the soccer field where my youngest daughter plays,… Continue reading When Did The Trees Get So Big?
Birthday Week: Make it a Thing
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