I like to be right. No, scratch that. I love to be right. I mean, I know, who really likes to ever be wrong? But I really like being right, an unusual amount. I will fight to the death when I know I am right. If I’m not 100% certain I am correct, or if … Continue reading Second Base
Valentine’s Day has never really been my thing. You can chalk it up to the fact that I never had a boyfriend filling my locker with carnations or chocolates. Or I can be self-righteous and declare Valentine’s Day to simply be nothing more than a Hallmark holiday meant to trick us into spending money in … Continue reading Three Letters That Change Three Words
I have always prided myself on being a very self-confident and secure person. I was taught in many different ways that insecurity and low self esteem were at the pinnacle of evil, especially for women. “Confidence is king.” “Fake it ’til you make it.” “Look up, not down.” “Don’t cross your arms too much. You’ll … Continue reading Out With the “In”
Dear 2015, Welcome! I can see by the sunshine streaming in through my window that you have decided to put your best foot forward. Kudos to you! But, still, I’m on to you. My social media feeds this morning have shown me that while I tossed and turned during my neighbors’ seemingly non-ending celebration of … Continue reading An Open Letter to 2015
Greg and I are having a harder time this year getting in to the Christmas spirit. The past couple of years, actually, have been a little harder than normal. I think the correct word for how we feel this year would be “distracted”. We’re distracted by work and deadlines, keeping our budget on track during … Continue reading A Thrill of Hope
Those who know me well know that I strive to be a successful cook. I often fall short of this goal, but I strive nonetheless. And I am a firm believer that when you stumble upon a home run recipe, you share the living tar out of it. Let me clear in saying I made … Continue reading The Season of Soup
I read a post on a parenting blog recently about how people are tired of hearing stay at home moms complain about being stay at home moms. It was written in a way meant to inspire all of us moms into making the best out of our time with our kids because it is limited. … Continue reading I’m On Your Side
I am saying goodbye to a good friend tonight. Her moving has been on the horizon for a few years now. But tonight it goes from a “Yeah, probably one day” to a packed moving truck and a final meal together. This past year I have been seeing a counselor twice a month, just to … Continue reading The Parking Lot
Levi is 3 now. This means he is a ball of energy, temper tantrums and (usually) fun. This also means he is always moving closer and closer towards independence and a little bit further away from me with each step. And each day I have to remind myself that part of being a good parent … Continue reading A Little Bit Farther Now
When was the last time that you set a personal goal for yourself with the knowledge that you most likely wouldn’t cross the finish line until a good year later? I LOVE setting goals and more than setting them, I love meeting them…quickly and efficiently and within a timeline that allows other people to sit … Continue reading For the Long Haul
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