Life gets real now and then, doesn’t it? Let me tell you – my life is super real. I make no pretenses about my life. I am a work in progress. I was thinking about the past couple of weeks and with all of the Continue reading →
September 26, 2019
August 2, 2019
What’s On My Wall
I haven’t done an edition of What’s On My Wall for a really long time and today is the day to show a couple of pieces that are very dear to me. My mom has always been an amazing crafter and artist. From making cards Continue reading →
February 7, 2019
Making Friends in Midlife – You Still Need To Have Them
Friends are a huge part of my life and I would imagine a huge part of most of the lives of those who read It’s Just Life. Friends are what keep us grounded, entertained and sane at times. I have had the privilege of Continue reading →
January 28, 2019
Tribute to Buddy – A Much Loved Companion
When you have pets you know that their lives, although such a huge part of your own, will most likely come to an end . You might try to prepare yourself but when it happens it is still a really difficult thing. I will Continue reading →
January 7, 2019
Happiness In One Picture
They say a picture speaks 1000 words and in this case I have to agree. What makes me happiest? Time with my family. When we were fortunate enough to have two boys in our 20’s I was the happy mama who was able to stay Continue reading →
October 26, 2018
Arizona, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Minnesota – What Do These States Have in Common?
Arizona, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Minnesota. Four states not necessarily in any order. Four somewhat unrelated states and yet they all have a commonality. The other morning after I trudged up the hill to the mailbox I paused. Not because I was out of breath this Continue reading →
October 22, 2018
Would YOU Accept a Hug from a Stranger?
Nothing, and I mean nothing, feels as good as a hug. Sean Dietrich This morning I woke up and did my usual routine of reading emails, blog comments, blogs and of course catching up with my pal Sean Dietrich. His words always inspire Continue reading →
September 7, 2018
The Name Game – What’s In A Name?
Names. They can define us. Do you like your name? Everyone has one. But be honest. Do you like yours? I have always loved my name. I am just Beth Ann. Not Elizabeth. Not Bethany. Nope. Beth Ann. Plain and simple. Perfect. Short and sweet. Continue reading →
July 23, 2018
Snippets of Life
I thought it was time for a quick post with snippets of my life. You know I don’t always have a great inspirational post to share so today is just one of those fun posts with a few pictures of things I want to share Continue reading →
April 26, 2018
A Life Full of Talent – Addie James
Every now and then when I go back through my “archives” of It’s Just Life I find a post that I want to share again for new readers. I have been sharing some from my earlier years of blogging lately and today I was thinking Continue reading →