New Year ~ New You I started the New Year with a migraine. I knew it was coming; I had spent the whole week with shadow headaches and a stiff neck, but I desperately wanted to get everything done so that I could rest on my birthday. I did - for the most part. I... Continue Reading →
I Need Therapy! My friend recently confessed that she felt she "must really be unstable because [she's] starting therapy." Laughing, I replied, "Not at all! The really unstable thing would be to know you need help and not ask for it." I meant it. But that wasn't the way I'd always felt. Growing up, asking... Continue Reading →
I had a great sleep last night! I haven't slept that well in a really long time and now I'm awake, refreshed, happy, and ready to work. I'm actually amazed at how good I feel. I didn't realize how much not sleeping well had been affecting me until I finally got a really good night's... Continue Reading →
The capacity of the human spirit to overcome obstacles is awe-inspiring. Â We rehabilitate our bodies, our property, our communities, and our minds in our neverending quest to move forward. But, do we ever really "get back to normal?" Years ago, I babysat a toddler. At some point during our relationship, his parents took him on... Continue Reading →
Do you ever get annoyed when someone wastes your time? I mean, you're annoyed enough about whatever it is that isn't working out the way you had planned, but if your time is wasted in addition to whatever is wrong - it is nothing less than infuriating. I hate wasting time - It stresses me... Continue Reading →
I read about a movement to make masks for local hospitals that are running out - they call it the "Masked Warriors Project." Crafters in nearby counties are putting out a call to all sewers to make masks for health care workers on the front lines. This morning I saw a picture of nurses in... Continue Reading →
Everyone should look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. Â Philippians 2:4 There are stories in each crease, crevice, and line in an old face. There are years of happiness, regret, sorrow, wisdom, and triumph behind each watery eye. On the wall over the kitchen table in my... Continue Reading →
