What’s Your “Something Wonderful?”

What’s Your “Something Wonderful?”

The change of summer to fall is a welcomed friend at my home. I love when fall is ushered in by the crisp air, light winds, the splash of color on the leaves. My hummingbirds begin their journey to warmer weather and my winter birds return home to us. Friday Night...
Worthless Wonder Woman

Worthless Wonder Woman

As my husband headed out the door to the store, I looked at him, still in my pajamas, no make-up on, messy hair, and said “I’m sorry I’m worthless.” Without hesitation he replied, “You’re not worthless.” Deep down in my heart, and I mean way deep down, I knew he was...
Where’s My Joy?

Where’s My Joy?

When I was little my mom taught me a song about joy. It goes like this: I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Where? Down in my heart. Where? Down in my heart. I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart to stay. And I’m so happy. So...
When My Vision Gets Blurry

When My Vision Gets Blurry

This summer Jeff & I started early morning walks. I cherish this time, just the two of us, actually a glimpse into our very, near future of being empty nesters. Some days we walk and don’t say much yet other days we, or should I say me, are solving the world’s...
A Walk in My Shoes: Empathy In Action

A Walk in My Shoes: Empathy In Action

I have never been scared when it comes to my health or healthcare procedures. Having blood drawn? Doesn’t bother me. Surgery? No biggie. Stepping on the scale?  Well maybe. Being sick for weeks with no diagnosis in sight? They’ll eventually figure it out. Being tested...
When Struggle Meets Silence

When Struggle Meets Silence

This past Sunday I walked into my closet with a big decision to make. Do I wear the shoes or not? Now those who know me well can attest that I am not at all about fashion. I’m stuck somewhere in the 1980s in the land of argyle & cardigans. And my decision had...