It’s officially that time. The time of year all of the homemade Christmas decorations that the kids have made over the years get brought out of storage. The tree is covered with macaroni and popsicle stick ornaments. There’s still a hint of glue paste and acrylic paints in the air. Now I think that’s great... Continue Reading →

I haven’t written in a bit because frankly I had nothing to say. This time of year is incredibly hard for me anyway, but add the Covid factor and I was beginning to spiral. It’s no secret that I have anxiety and depression. I have medicated for years. I’d say that 9 out of 12... Continue Reading →

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been shopping, and have had something catch my eye. I have to pick it up, inspect it, envision it, and then check the price tag. Once I see how much it is, my level of love is effected one way or the other. If it’s a bit... Continue Reading →

My marriage consists of many different traits. It’s like a chameleon, ever changing depending on the circumstance. Some moments it’s humor and some it’s irritation. It’s really what makes the world go round. A balance of 2 imperfect people navigating through life. I will be 100% honest. I am a pain in the ass. There... Continue Reading →

Last night I couldn’t sleep. I was so excited to get my mom from Mary Free Bed today. She has worked so hard the last couple of weeks. I finally gave up on sleep and stared the coffee. Once the coffee is started there is no going back . Today is also my 15th wedding... Continue Reading →

This morning started off like any typical Monday. The kids had an early Ortho appointment. Chuck is usually the one that ends up taking them. There really isn’t a specific reason, it just usually works out that way. They ran out the door, I took a couple of sips of coffee in peace and quite... Continue Reading →

I realized last night that many of you don’t actually know me personally. With social media these days we can build a virtual friendship on nothing more than similarities and admiration for people we’ve never actually met. What a wonderful tool when used correctly. However just like any tool, when used incorrectly it can be... Continue Reading →

Mom was admitted to Mary Free Bed Tuesday. I was a bit nervous at first. I’ve been with her everyday since the fall. With Covid, there is a zero visitor policy on the Subacute rehab floor. I keep reminding myself it’s only temporary and have been able to talk and FaceTime her. Today I called... Continue Reading →

I arrived at the hospital before the ambulance. I was parked talking on the phone when I saw it pull in. I was actually talking to my boss. She has been my first phone call in more than one life altering event. She has a way with words and somehow unloading on her makes things... Continue Reading →

Mom was admitted that night, and because of Covid there were no overnight guests. I was able to get her into her room in the PICU and meet her night nurses. That always made me feel better to know who was caring for her. As a matter of fact over the next 4 days it... Continue Reading →