My son turned 16. He was 11 when his father died. Today, he is driving his own vehicle to and from school. Helping cart his sisters around and running errands. It brings me so much pride. So much joy. I do not cling to the younger versions of my kids. I want to see them grow and become more
Read MoreI broke my toe this summer. It slowed me down a bit, but I’m on the comeback now. Do not suggest a parent-kid softball game when no opponent shows up to play your daughter’s team and then play catcher with no gear. One fast pitch straight to my big toe took me out. I’m finally walking and running
Read MoreI traveled well in 2023, with adventures in both Scotland and Egypt. While in Scotland, my friend Krista and I visited the Johnnie Walker flagship store on Princes Street in Edinburgh. We took the Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavor tour, and it was full of unexpected surprises. You don’t need to like—or even know anything about—whiskey to enjoy...
Read MoreThere is so much sadness these days. Good people facing difficult circumstances. When tragedy strikes it can feel like some are looking at me to see how I got through. “Through” implies there’s another side. An end.
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