"Life is about change. Sometimes it's painful. Sometimes it's beautiful. But most of the time, it's both." ~ Lana Lang Much like the swing poised over the unknown above, significant life changes can be beautiful with a hint of the unknown lurking below the surface. Moving. Making friends. Learning the job. Getting to know co-workers. … Continue reading It Hasn’t Been Easy
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Adventure
"One way to make the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure." ~ William Feather And the adventure has begun! Back-n-forth. Driving between states with purpose and reason and then, finally. . . Driving to the new home for permanence other than short visits. Tension. Tears. Leaving the kids behind. … Continue reading Adventure
Breaking Ties
"A part of your healing will be to rediscover what it means to be you; there will be some additional scars inflicted by your ex-partner, but your inner self will eventually shine again." -- A Conscious Rethink Having been in a relationship with a narcissist, and having to continue dealing with him on a … Continue reading Breaking Ties
When stress incapacitates
I have headaches. I've had headaches since I was five. Migraines. Incessant pounding with every heartbeat. Excruciating pain that pulses through my head. They can last for days; often for more than a week. I carry my stress in my back and neck. Painful muscular knots begin near my scapula and work their way upwards … Continue reading When stress incapacitates
The Dance
"Dancing is moving to the music without stepping on anyone's toes, pretty much the same as life. ~ Robert Brault Combining two families into one home is a tricky feat until you find a system that works . . .and works well. It may be even more difficult when one family is your adult daughter's … Continue reading The Dance
Survival mode
Some days. . . It's easy to forget where I started and how hard I've worked to get where I am right now. Other days. . . The fears and insecurities and questions are circling around in my head and it seems the struggle will never end. I didn't work this hard with all the … Continue reading Survival mode
Packing Life into Boxes
"Home is where the heart is, even if you can't remember what box you packed it in." ~ Unknown Packing up a life, especially one that has spanned 16 years in the same house, is difficult. I don't have a lot of sentimental attachment to "things" per se. I have memories which I will cherish … Continue reading Packing Life into Boxes
Winter Weddings
"Snowflakes are one of winter's most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together." ~ Vesta Kelley I have to say, winter weddings are my favorite. I know most people prefer spring or summer, but something about the snow and cold outside and the warmth inside. . . The family … Continue reading Winter Weddings
Blank Slate
"My future was a blank slate, and only I could write on it." ~ Carter Quinn I don't know what the future holds. I'm neither a seer or a psychic. I don't read cards, tea leaves or palms. I don't put stock in horoscopes altho they are good for a giggle. Life is a blank … Continue reading Blank Slate
“Feels Like Home”
https://youtu.be/Am7EI5tdaX4 Sometimes you need a sign -- something that confirms you're doing the right thing. For me, it was the moment after I was shown a house I am interested in making our home. I was sitting in the driveway, preparing to leave when this song came on the radio. Later that same day, it … Continue reading “Feels Like Home”
The Road Back Home 