I sat up late thumbing through memories of the girls when they were younger this evening. Reflecting on so many happy moments together. Questioning if I am making the right decisions for our girls. This Sunday like any fall daylight savings time, we turn back time. For a moment we are happy to gain another … Continue reading Turning back time
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Very demure, very mindful.
I diligently try with every ounce of my being to be mindful. To be attune to my own needs and aware of my surroundings. Last night I facilitated a NAMI support group meeting, not unusual for a Tuesday night. Prior to the meeting I sat through hours of court proceedings in my work role. After … Continue reading Very demure, very mindful.
Changing hats
It’s been a long and exhausting week. An update in general on life, Hazel had eye surgery last Thursday. It was to correct a drifting right eye. She did amazing and she is excited to take a few days off school due to the redness in the eye. Jason has had some residual excitement with … Continue reading Changing hats
Steady as we go, Week 4 post op
A favorite song of mine from written by Dave Matthew’s. He sings, “if the road gets rocky girl, Just steady as we go. I know troubles they may come and go, but good times they’re gold…And if your load gets heavy, girl I will lift you up…I will walk halfway around the world, just to … Continue reading Steady as we go, Week 4 post op
SGs progress update 3.12.23
Lately I have been hitting the gym regularly around 4-5 days a week, at least 30-45 minutes of lifting and 3 times a week incline walk and short sprints on the treadmill. I have not lost as much weight as I’d like to, but I am making progress. My clothes are starting to fit better, … Continue reading SGs progress update 3.12.23
Here we go again
So here we are, January 2nd, 2023. I have made a shitty effort the past 6 months to get myself back in fighting shape. I am not very excited to post this, but hope to use it as motivation to keep my ass accountable. If I were paid in pounds lost and gained over the … Continue reading Here we go again
A new chapter begins, 2023
The past couple years for many people has brought tough times, instability, grief, heightened anxiety and turmoil. I am hopeful that this year, 2023, will be a year of new beginnings. I am nearly 39 years old. February 2023 marks the close out year of my thirties. When I reflect on my life I feel … Continue reading A new chapter begins, 2023
Here we go again.
I managed to keep it together for a rather busy day. I did some work early on. Got hazel out the door (Ella I found out later has strep throat). Met virtually with my psychiatrist and IOP in the morning. Took Ella to urgent care, attempted to fill her Rx of antibiotics twice. Took Ella … Continue reading Here we go again.
Peaceful mornings, my own space.
I have recently with getting more and more restful sleep have naturally awoken early in the morning. Historically in the mornings, I have always been a morning person rather than a night owl. When I was young at the first sound of activity, I would get so excited to wake up and spend time with … Continue reading Peaceful mornings, my own space.
Jason’s 40th Birthday/Easter Celebration 4.17.22
This past weekend was quite eventful, as some celebrated religiously…we concentrated on an elaborate leg of lamb feast and plenty of birthday festivities. The morning began with the girls letting us sleep in, as they tore through their Easter baskets that the Easter bunny had left behind. I woke up to Hazel explaining that the … Continue reading Jason’s 40th Birthday/Easter Celebration 4.17.22
Will Power or Peace prevail?
I lie awake as current events of Ukrainian invasion has become a reality. My heart hurts for the world and the threat of Russians and Ukrainians fighting. A group of people that share a rich history, cultures, families across borders and torn apart. This is not just a region at war, I fear the implications … Continue reading Will Power or Peace prevail?








