Around this time last year I was going through something that kinda cut me at my knees. I mean it was a gut wrenching, wind knocked out of you, so dizzy the world keeps spinning kind of thing. It was... Continue Reading →
This morning I woke up frustrated. I didn't get enough sleep even though my body comfortably conformed with my new mattress. I tossed and turned thinking of all the things still left undone before we move the three years of... Continue Reading →
My brother and I are a lot like my dad: we're dreamers. Not to say my mom isn't. But, she's more of a factual, be in the present kind of gal. My dad, on the other hand, he loved to... Continue Reading →
This week 34 years ago Rainbow Brite made her debut. I remember growing up and watching this show. I was in love with Starlite her horse. Her heroism in fighting to save planet Spectra. And her compassion for all things... Continue Reading →
In hopes of some thoughtful words for today... Dear First Time Dad, Happy Father's Day! Today you are celebrated for the first poopy diaper change, the first throw up that went everywhere. You are celebrated for the sleepless nights, the... Continue Reading →
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 The month of May has required of me to... Continue Reading →
So I finally did it. I took a step outside of the US. Ok, it isn't necessarily a big thing to some, but for me it's a tick off my ever evolving bucket list. I drove across the border and spent... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I really think God laughs at the conversations that we have. Mostly because I am so bloody stubborn that I try to talk my way out of things that I know in my heart is right. Conversations like: "God,... Continue Reading →
When I worked at Ashley Furniture I used to take what I called a "Batman." These batmans were essentially clarity breaks. I'd stand up from my desk, call batman, and walk away. My office understood that single word and eventually... Continue Reading →
From Sand to Gemstones 