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!
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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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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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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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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
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Sick of Being Sick
I have been sick with one thing or another off and on since November. Head cold? Check. Stomach virus? Check. Another head cold? Why, yes, here we are with that right now. Awesome. I’m not sure what’s going on exactly because I’m usually pretty healthy. My best guess is that I’m not getting enough exercise … Continue reading Sick of Being Sick
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A Year of Change
As I think about 2022, the only word that comes to me is “change.” I’ve had many years of change in my life, as we all have. I mean, the saying is “the only constant in life is change,” right? For me, 2022 brought some of the best, most satisfying change I’ve experienced so far. … Continue reading A Year of Change
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Never Say Never
One thing I’ve learned in my life is that any time I say I’m “never” gonna do something, I inevitably do exactly that thing. Seriously! I may not do the thing for years or decades, but rest assured that if I say I’m “never” gonna do it, it’s coming down the pike sooner or later. … Continue reading Never Say Never
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And Again…
Seeing the faces of those TEN-YEAR-OLDS and their beautiful teachers continues to gut me. My daughter works at an elementary school. My fiancé is in and out of local schools all day every day. I work in our schools on a regular basis. This is real shit for us. You better believe that every time … Continue reading And Again…
Meatballs & Butterflies 