Monthly Archives: May 2012

Jealous and Spoiled

Jealous of the Hope that youth affords Jealous of Perspective that travel rewards Jealous of the Trust of a little child Jealous of the Zeal of a Patriot riled Spoiled by the Riches of this life Spoiled in a land … Continue reading

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Acceptance

My husband catches my eye and mouths, “You’re beautiful.” I feel self-conscious all of a sudden and I half smile back. He knows I didn’t believe him. I’m thinking of the veins and wrinkles and dimples I hide. He tries … Continue reading

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Milestones

This year started with such drama and sadness, but is shaping up to be one of our favorites! So many amazing milestones have brightened the way. Two of the biggest: our son’s sobriety date and our daughter’s high school graduation! … Continue reading

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A Place To Start

When I’m stressed out, I definitely need extra help focusing my thoughts. Staying on-point in any form can be a challenge. Some days darn near impossible. I’ve left  both keys and phone in strange places. I’ve forgotten to do very normal, … Continue reading

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Can and Will

David has another surgery this summer. Double Inguinal Hernias with mesh! After all the stuff with his colon cancer: hospital stays and unexpected procedures the last two years, we can’t believe another thing is left to go through. There is … Continue reading

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