It is summer. Officially like a week ago. And the PNW graced us with a "beautiful" gift this past weekend with sunny skies of 100 degrees plus. It was hot, hot, hot! But, welcomed after such a bizarre winter and... Continue Reading →
I can't believe the 2017 school year is up. Well, I can. But, I almost feel at a loss. Today, I will walk into the Rainbows class and be Ms. Pearls for the last time this year, the time has... Continue Reading →
You ever sit in front of your computer at work and get incredibly drowsy where you literally have to fight to keep your eyes open? Well, that’s me right now. For about the last few days. To be fair, I... Continue Reading →
First, I have to say, welcome to the first ever For the Love of...! Thanks for the patience of me being MIA. I was gone for a while and I'm trying to get things up and going so bear with... Continue Reading →
I took a little break in writing the last two weeks. Between focusing on the licensing for foster care, beautiful weather, and multiple road trips in May, I needed a break to just kinda not do anything with my brain.... Continue Reading →
It's that time of year where the ladies from the church steal away for a few days to spend time together in God's word and become rejuvenated. This is only my second year being a part of this retreat but... Continue Reading →
Today after a fun afternoon in the sun the day before I got up a little late. Subsequently I left home a few minutes later than I needed. The road that I live on, unfortunately, is a pretty busy road. It... Continue Reading →
I'm tired of the prejudice and stigma that society has created for mental illness. I'm tired of feeling like I'm broken because of anxiety or depression. I'm also tired of feeling like something is wrong with me because I have... Continue Reading →
I will probably always be a student when it comes to a way to combat negative emotions. I know I've written a few times about the different ways to fight when you're down but I was told today that sometimes... Continue Reading →
From Sand to Gemstones 