I think it’s sad that I’m only inspired to write when my heart is heavy. I suppose I feel like somehow it’s the only way to really release the thoughts and emotions that weigh my soul down. I guess that’s a good thing, though, seeing as how I haven’t written in nearly a year. I’ve... Continue Reading →
You Dirty Beach
I can’t take it anymore. The clutter, the disorganization, the unpreparedness; it’s all never ending and extremely overwhelming, all the time. From my home, to my children, to my husband, to my mind, it all seems to be spinning out of control down a long spiraling tunnel with the mess of laundry, groceries, tools, toys,... Continue Reading →
Reckless Love
Luke 15 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them.... Continue Reading →
FORGIVENESS
Forgiveness is my word of the day. It’s not the most fun of “F” words, but it is pure and it is necessary. I had a major breakthrough today. All day I’ve been weighing my options on what to talk about in this blog. Do I talk about the events leading up to my epiphany?... Continue Reading →
Crossroads and Crossfire
The depression is lifting and external changes mimic the internal struggles.
My Affair
He was sensual and attentive. He was smart and cared about what I was saying when I spoke. When he leaned in to kiss me the first time, I found myself electrified and magnetized; I couldn’t pull myself away from him.
We’re Going Through Changes
My first blog in four months describing the struggles of the first couple weeks post-op VSG.
Inconvenient Shooting
My husband and I got into a fight the night before Valentine’s Day. He went to bed early and I slept in my son’s room (he wasn’t home) to sleep and cried myself to sleep. On Valentine’s Day, while my youngest son napped in the car, I cried some more in the parking lot of... Continue Reading →
Chameleon
How long does it take for a chameleon to change color and blend with his surroundings?
I Accept…With Caution
What is it that brings us each to the point where we feel like we’ve accomplished something great? Is it knowing that we’ve completed a task and never have to do it again? Is it something we’ve done to better ourselves? Did it make us more money? Did it make us happier? Did we make... Continue Reading →

