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Shut Up!
I’m wondering why women are so drawn to juicy secrets? While I realize that men also enjoy an opportunity to talk about someone’s misfortune, women are especially excited by this. I’ve seen women…
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God is a Funny Guy
WARNING: This post probably isn’t for pious people who have never felt distant from God. Leave all judgment at the door. My life has been filled with stresses lately. The walls have felt…
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The Miracles in My Day
Because of “corporate downsizing”, I’ve been thrust into an environment of sadness and despair. Many people are walking around like the world is ending very soon. Like death is eminent. The days have…
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Unspeakable Danger
Our firstborn attended her first sleepover several weeks ago. I can’t believe how quickly she’s growing up. When I mentioned the sleepover to another mom, she looked at me in dismay. I was…
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It Could Always Be Worse
“It could always be worse.” This used to be one of Tre’s favorite statements to me. I say “used to” because he doesn’t say it much any more. I’m thankful because I always…
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The Death of Self-Respect
When I first started to date my mother gave me some tips (really threats, but tips is more P.C.), about how to conduct myself. She gave me money so that I could always…
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Bear With Me
Bear with this uncharacteristically long post. I’m going somewhere. My life is in a state of flux right now. My heart and mind are filled with thoughts that are dying to be posted,…
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The Stuff that Matters
The other day I was chatting with two coworkers about the workplace politics and allowing stuff to get the best of you. It’s so easy to get bogged down in all of the…
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When Prayers Aren’t Enough
Since learning that my young nephew has cancer, I’ve experienced severe emotions. The first were shock and disbelief. At times I’ve been gripped by fear. I’ve also felt helpless. That one tends to…
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Seriously??!! Not again!
Thursday. The day before Friday. A day I looked forward to with great anticipation. Meeting a friend at Trader Joe’s. Making a stop at Old Navy’s winter clearance. Sounds like a wonderful plan.…
