DQ leaves tomorrow for her dad's. I've distanced myself from this reality, treating it like one long vacation. And for the most part, I've been blissful in my little world of denial. She's been busy packing up her room, taking over the washer machine and boxing up anything she thinks will fit into my car... Continue Reading →
Setting achievable goals for 2013
This article will print on Friday, December 28, 2012 in the Press Democrat. You know what I love about the new year? It’s a chance to start over, to create something huge, to make a difference in at least one life, even if that life is merely yours — especially if that life is yours.... Continue Reading →
Life at 35
Well, the worst is over. I turned 35 today and I didn't die in my sleep from old age. Happy birthday to me. Here's what 35 looks like: I always struggle with my birthday before it happens, usually ending up a pathetic mess of tears on the night before or the morning of my birthday.... Continue Reading →
Haunted by a good thing
Have you ever been on the cusp of some very great things, experiencing life exactly as you've always wanted to, only to have it also raise in you an unfounded fear that any wrong step will kill you before you reap the rewards? I have a secret fear of dying right now. This all started... Continue Reading →
Warm fuzzy feelings
I was the last one to leave the house this morning, taking my time to call for my kitty that has been missing the past few days. I’m trying not to worry. It’s more than likely a neighbor is offering him their couch and a bowl full of food in exchange for a little bit... Continue Reading →