Life From My Perspective.
Open Letter to My Mom 10 years ago I did what I did every Mother’s Day – I drove to your house SOOOO excited to give you your Mother’s Day gifts. I had no idea it would be the last Mother’s Day that I could ever do that. Ten years. Johnna gave me beautiful flowers …
It’s New Years Eve and my home is filled with extended family and laughter. We stay up playing games, eating great food, and sharing stories. New Years Eves like this repeat for the better part of about 15 years. Family time at its very best- excitement and happiness fill the air each NYE in my …
“What’s your base?” the woman behind the counter at the cafe asked. “Kale Caesar salad,” we replied. A more accurate answer would have been laughter, unplanned moments, and just the right amount of insanity. That’s our true base; anything on top of that is a bonus. I love every moment with this girl. My daughter, …
The Bittersweet Symphony of Happiness: Why Joyful Moments Can Elicit Sadness Within the complicated tapestry of human emotions, happiness and sadness often dance together in a delicate balance, creating a bittersweet symphony that resonates through our lives. While we typically associate happy occasions with joy, there exists a subtle undercurrent of sadness that can unexpectedly …
It’s mid-November, Thanksgiving just days away. Before long it’ll be impossible to deny it any longer- the Holiday Season will be upon us. Feel how you feel about the holidays but let’s at least address the new year. Regardless of how 2022 treated us, it’s safe to assume that most of us would like 2023 …
I frequently consider how incredible men are. Father’s Day seems like a fine time to put these thoughts and this gratitude into written form. International Men’s Day would also be a great time, but I’ve chosen to indulge in this opportunity as well. (Pictured below are a few prominent men in my own life.) Happy …
I want to share with you today what it might look like to reclaim your own power. I am sharing just two examples- two that hit close to home for me recently. Sometimes life is going to kick your ass. And if it doesn’t, it might be safe to assume that you need to get …
It was the last of the week, but first of the month, the first of the year. Welcome 2022, please- have a seat right here. My over-the-top magical optimism about 2022 was put to the test before the year even showed up. The test had the nerve to continue through nearly the entire first day …
Winter Solstice again upon us, my heart is filled with joy, excitement, and anticipation. So much to look forward to! The shortest day of the year- that in and of itself is pretty darn cool! And the knowing that each day is getting longer for the next 6 months is both a reminder to enjoy …
I know we’re not supposed to do this since The Great Curse of 2020 (and apparently 2021 also!). And in fact I’ve never done it before. But… WHAT IF.. What if I did? 2022 is going to be MY YEAR! Sparks’ll be flyin’, my heart will be singin’! Whispers of dreams long dreamt will transform …
Who says you can’t buy time? The holiday season again upon us, I find myself content and barely stressed. Well, except for that one night… But all in all a much different state of mind than in times passed. Shopping frenzies a thing of the past. A fading but never forgotten memory. After all, how …
2020 was a lot of things. In the memories, minds and hearts of many, none of those things were good. Here I explain why I made friends with 2020.