“Terrible, Thanks for Asking. ” No, no, no. I’M not terrible. Really, I am not. A little stressed maybe but definitely not terrible. Recently I became a podcast convert. Chris has always listened to podcasts and sometimes if he is not using his headphones I Continue reading →
Noteworthy Women — The Series — Sara Broers
It is long overdue that I officially introduce my readers to one of my best friends from Mason City, Iowa. I have had several posts in my Noteworthy Women — The Series features and have neglected to include Sara Broers . Today I am rectifying Continue reading →
He Followed Me Down the Mountain
Earlier this week I had my red Subaru Outback loaded with garbage bags of donations for Goodwill. I decided to check and see if the donation trailer in the Walmart parking lot was open instead of taking the load to the store. I had to Continue reading →
I’m So Vain
I never thought I was vain. I really didn’t. But I am sad to report that I am among the worst offenders when it comes to being overly concerned about my appearance. It is weird. I have tried to find the perfect haircut Continue reading →
The Seasons of Motherhood
With Mother’s Day approaching all of the focus typically turns to mothers and their impact on our lives. Gift ideas start popping up in newsfeeds and the race is on to find that one perfect gift for that special mom. Regardless of your relationship with Continue reading →
Increase Your Happiness Today
I have been caught up in a whirlwind of activity lately. Getting my mom through her hip replacement and a move to assisted living took more of a toll than I would like to admit. I am not as young as I once was apparently. Continue reading →
Virginia – Your Teeth Are On Your Chest and Other Things Overheard in the Nursing Home
As many of you know my mom had a hip replacement in late February and was in a rehabilitation / nursing home following the surgery for physical and occupational therapy. I can not say enough about Crandall Medical Center in Sebring, Ohio. It is connected Continue reading →
A Heart Full of Memories
My niece Carla is a pretty amazing young lady. Not only is she a skilled and compassionate licensed counselor in the schools she also manages to be a pretty amazing wife and mother to my great niece Harper. In between working, taking care of the Continue reading →
The Mouse in the House …Apartment
I have had the privilege of spending some great time with my mom over the past few weeks as she recovers from her hip replacement surgery. I have been staying in her apartment and have managed to get a few things straightened up and cleaned Continue reading →
It’s Almost Like Being on a Cruise
My mom has a brand spanking new hip! It is time to rejoice. It has been a long time coming and this past Monday Dr. Peters at Salem Regional Medical Center gifted my mom with what will hopefully be a new lease on life. Someone Continue reading →