In recent years, it has become popular to select a word to serve as a mantra, a reminder, or a motivator of sorts for the new year. Amplified. Inspired. Courage. These are a few words that some of my friends… Read More ›
Month: December 2017
2017: The Year of Change
It is said that you should not grocery shop while you are hungry, lest you buy food you don’t really need or really shouldn’t eat. I am guessing that the same goes for not blogging when you can’t sleep and… Read More ›
Stillness
At this point in the month, I usually can be found feeling somewhat stressed and exhausted, yet absolutely giddy with excitement. I begin counting down the days, almost as soon as December begins, sometimes sooner. As my anticipation increases, I… Read More ›
Unexpected
Mom, my friend died. This definitely was not what I expected my youngest daughter to say upon answering her phone. I called her on my way home to find out if she would like a hot chocolate for her study… Read More ›
I’ll Drink to That
It is funny how random things pop into my mind sometimes. As I was getting ready this morning, and running through my mental to do list, I suddenly thought, Intend to be kind. I am not sure where this thought… Read More ›
Inspiration
Since Friday, November 24, 2017, I have read a letter at least once every day. Usually, I read it multiple times, and I always cry when I read the words that have become so familiar to me. The letter arrived… Read More ›
Homecoming
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to return home. Not my place of residence, but the place where my heart resides. I spent the day volunteering at the day shelter for homeless men, where I was employed for five years. It… Read More ›
Plan B
pag I have not been a fan of Plan B. It always has had such a negative connotation associated with it. Second rate. Second choice. Second best. It is one of those things that we tell ourselves is a perfectly acceptable… Read More ›
Here’s the Rest of the Story, Day Seven
Although not planned this way, I ended the Facebook seven-day black and white photo challenge with a picture of where I end my day. My bedroom. Of all the bedrooms that have been mine over the years, this one is… Read More ›
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