My daughter got married today! It was amazing and fun and filled with love. And there was also drama. Now, you need to understand that, first of all, the makeup artist who was making up the bride, bridesmaids, and yours truly, was running behind. We were all supposed to be ready to hit the road … Continue reading Oh, Sherry!
Author: Kristi Yarn
Toodaloo, Facebook!
Last month, I deleted my Facebook account after having used it since 2008. It’s been the full 30-day “waiting period” that Facebook requires, so it is well and truly deleted at this point, and I have to say that quite honestly, it’s a huge relief. In the early days of Facebook, it was fun and … Continue reading Toodaloo, Facebook!
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New Year, Same Me
I’ve never really been a New Year’s resolution maker. Not one bit of judgment if that’s your thing; I’m just saying it’s never really been mine. I do sometimes set intentions or pick a word for the year, but this year? Welp. I’ve decided to just give myself permission to continue being the same ol’ … Continue reading New Year, Same Me
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The Axe Forgets; The Tree Remembers*
*African proverb My body has often been the object of critique by people who claimed to love me. Never mind being called “thunder thighs” by the little league football players when I was ELEVEN. Never mind the neighbor boy who said, “You’d be really pretty if you lost weight” when I was 15 and weighed … Continue reading The Axe Forgets; The Tree Remembers*
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Heavy Sh*t
Some of my friends are living through some really heavy sh*t right now. Sh*t no one should have to endure. Sh*t that’s not fair or right or deserved. This one is for you. Here’s what I hope you remember. I hope you remember, first and foremost, that you are loved. You have people in your … Continue reading Heavy Sh*t
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Double Nickels
I recently celebrated the only birthday I’ve ever dreaded. Does that even make sense? Let me see if I can clarify what I mean. When I was in my 20’s and early 30’s, I experienced some pretty big losses. People I knew and loved died far too soon and far too young. I decided then … Continue reading Double Nickels
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The Passage of Time
My son turns 20 today, so I have successfully mothered two kids through their teen years. Woot! It is bittersweet with a special needs child, however, because even as you see how they’ve grown, you watch their peers continue to surpass them in so many ways. While my peers discuss empty nesting, I discuss special … Continue reading The Passage of Time
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What Matters
About two years ago, I received an email from someone whom I'd loved and considered family for over 20 years. In the email, this person accused me of things I never did or said, insulted me repeatedly, and even threatened me with blackmail. To say I was shocked to receive it would be a huge … Continue reading What Matters
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The Roundabout
Our dining room window and balcony overlook a very busy roundabout in our neighborhood. The amount of sheer stupidity we see going on out there boggles my mind and honestly scares the living hell outta me. I'd love to continue blaming the Covid isolations of 2020 on this behavior, but I think we're way past … Continue reading The Roundabout
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From the Day’s Prompt
List 30 things that make you happy. 1. My kids’ laughter 2. My husband’s smile 3. My dog’s face 4. Hand-written letters that come in the mail 5. The smell of popcorn at the movies 6. Any beach 7. Sunsets 8. The sound of popping corks 9. Christmas Eve 10. Phone calls with friends 11. … Continue reading From the Day’s Prompt
Meatballs & Butterflies 