Thanksgiving day I came to the conclusion that I’ve turned into one of those people. One of those people who finds that the holidays are a bummer. I don’t dread them. As the season starts to approach I find myself looking forward to them with anticipation and excitement. The day arrives and suddenly I amContinue reading “Holidays Lost”
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Childless Mother
It seems all little girls dream of being a mother. At least I know that I did. Maybe it’s getting that very first baby doll that instills this idea into our little girl-psyche . Maybe it’s having babies arrive in the family. Maybe it’s just part of my genetic makeup. I don’t know. As aContinue reading “Childless Mother”
The Day the Jelly Turned
This has been the year of revelations for me. The year my heart was split open and everything that I’ve packed away and shut the door on came tumbling out. Some of it was just too much. But the reality is I’m nothing special. I find it curative to open myself up to those I’mContinue reading “The Day the Jelly Turned”
Yes! Another Birthday Blog
Well, I wasn’t going to do it. It’s sort of cliche to do a birthday blog. Especially if you’ve neglected your blog for so long. But here it is, my birthday blog. I guess it’s just normal to reflect as your birthday approaches. Especially as you get older. People have always said that time fliesContinue reading “Yes! Another Birthday Blog”
2018 – Under Construction
Wow!!! 2017 passed so quickly!!! I guess it really is true that time flies faster as you age. Lots of things happened in 2017. It was sort of like a roller coaster ride. My spare time is limited. So I’ve done a lot of weighing my options during the month of December. I’ve spent aContinue reading “2018 – Under Construction”
One More Trip Around the Sun
Yes, this year is nearly over. But I woke up this morning, looked at the old woman in the mirror and whispered “Happy birthday lady.” Somehow I have managed to make it to the age of 55. It seems like just yesterday I was 17. Apparently a lot of life happened between 17 and 55.Continue reading “One More Trip Around the Sun”
When I get very old…….
After working at this independent senior adult community for a few months, I have discovered some things and decided to make myself a list so that I don’t forget. When I get very old: 1. I shall wear my phone around my neck on a lanyard. 2. I shall not brush my hair unless I feelContinue reading “When I get very old…….”