This week I have fought vertigo. As difficult, and as challenging as this illness can be, I am finding choosing my attitude is very empowering. I have had these inner ear problems since my first husband died. I can go on about that, as I have needed to do in the past. The fact is…
New Year
As many of us focus on our diets, habits, and such, I am looking inward. These pursuits of re-examining our eating habits, or health routines is a great endeavor. For me, this time of year is different. January seems to be a measuring stick for me, and I may not be the only one. Take…
Having it All
If my daughter can have anything in life, it’s that I hope one day she can be as happy as I am right now. Right now I am a stay at home Mom who blogs and enjoys selling bargaining treasures on eBay. I even bought a mannequin to practice putting the outfits together before I…
Today I’m the Mom
I’m the Mom sitting next to you in carpool line. Sap all over my car, Can’t remember the last time I washed it. Achieved a really nice degree in school, More than one actually, Worked in my field until 31 So, I could drive this sappy old Honda Run my errands, Stop and grab a…
Apple Phone Tree
I have Squirrels Are Fascinating Disorder. Have you ever truly admired the squirrel? You can be busy doing a business report, or talking with a friend, or even taking a walk, and there he is, the fancy brown oversized mouse with the expressive tail. Much like a cat, the tail seems to say much about…
At First
At first I felt lost. I sat there holding my six month old upon learning the news that two blocks away, my husband was killed instantly in a car accident. How does one face life after such a tragedy? I have had the gift of finding the answers to those questions for myself over the…
Perfection is not the Goal
As I sit here tonight with nausea, listening to my daughter in her room singing to her music, I am looking forward to our next adventure. She turned 15 this Saturday, and we had a small gathering. Our real party will be happening this coming Thursday. We are going to St. Francisville, Louisiana where my…
