I had two Thanksgiving meals this week and my daughter, when I spoke to her via phone, stated, “Isn’t it a little early?” I suppose that yes, it’s early to be celebrating Thanksgiving, but it’s November so why not? Thanksgiving is quite possibly my favorite holiday. Because of a few reasons. Mainly because it encompasses … More mac & cheese
I’ve had the conversation with my daughter numerous times. I tell her I believe the work I do is important. Imperative. And it’s fine that it’s not on the front lines. That I’m not loud or in someones face. That I feel my work is to be there in the day-to-day. In the neighborhoods. With … More all I’ve got
7 I played the piano in church on Sunday. First time in seven years. I guess it took a bunch of healing to get to the point where I could. Again. But I did it and it was great. I had to refresh myself on what an Asus chord is. Sus means suspended for you … More 7…6…5…4…3…2…1
Dear Readers, Today is a bittersweet day, in that it was my good friend Kelly B’s last day as an employee at our workplace. Some exciting things are happening in her family, which means she will be gone for a short time, then return to us [our work] as a volunteer. So, while I know … More don’t say goodbye
I started writing this post months ago. For whatever reason, I never posted it. After reading and editing and adding/subtracting….I decided it was right for today. Okay, so I wrote the above…I’m not sure when. Apparently I decided it was not right for that day either. So there you go. Today. Maybe today I will … More pictures
I am loved. And today that is enough. A son, who makes time out of his busy schedule for an unexpected dinner with me. A daughter who sends me a sweet note on Valentine’s Day. Mother and father who mail me a card, encouraging me. Sister who checks in, making sure if I’m sad I know … More valentine
Right around this time of year, four years ago, I began my current job. I am thankful for all I have learned, how much I’ve grown, and all the great people I have had the chance to work with. My daughter is having an awesome [she hates it when I use the word awesome] time … More and be thankful
Most reasonable people would agree, I’d say, that it’s good to be thankful. And listing out what I’m thankful for is generally a helpful exercise. When faced with a struggle, it can be difficult, I’ve found, to recall all I have to be grateful about. I’m making myself realize the beauty of this season, despite … More thanks for the laughter and more
I’ve found there are people passionate about The Beatles. And there are those that simply don’t get the iconic-ness. When my daughter mentions that some compare One Direction with The Beatles…..I cringe. But this post is not really about the Fab Four. The reason I mention them is their song, All You Need Is Love, … More love {aka all you need}
Upon a Sunny Day 