Latest Blogs

Yesterday we spent the day together pampering Deb...
with a trip to Sam Wanna spa for a facial and a hair appointment with Amanda!
Our childhood so vibrant in her memory
Her 50th when I took her to Amanda
hanging out with Amanda again yesterday.... looking forward to more celebrating!
Learning about what is important in life and hopeful for the future, we will celebrate! 
Happy Birthday...

In the recent years after my return to school, a favorite part of English class was poetry...
 
I decided to go back and look at some of my favorite poets, including some recommended by others. The timing on finding  this gem a second time was priceless. Listed as one of the best in poetry, I love the stories that unfold with her words in verse. Born in Maple Heights Ohio, her poetry can be both...

Thirty-one days of grateful...
I chose the month of January to begin a grateful journal. To recognize the good that surrounds me, even on the toughest of days. I plan to continue beyond the 31 days, but this was my beginning to a more grateful 2015
Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow
January 1 - today I am grateful for the opportunity to spend...

Back to my running goals, or at least trying to get back... 
Started the year with a broken foot so miles are slim for January. Let's see if we can get these up there again
1 mile - first attempt after broken toe3 miles - getting better after toe                                    5 miles - finally some miles in                                        6 miles...

as I listened to the puppy quietly whimper, I decide to get up...
My favorite, absolute favorite part of the day is morning. Savoring that first cup of coffee, so perfect, nudging me to start the day. The quiet house grants me the time desired to open up to the possibilities of the day. Writing in my journal, welcoming the silence, grateful for this peaceful hour. My favorite morning ritual...
A...

The bitter cold grips my body as I hurry through the parking lot seeking shelter from the arctic winds...
The frigid gusts are silenced as the doors slide to a close. With the winds restricted, I shrug off my jacket and begin climbing the flight of stairs. The sound of my boots echo in the corridor as I ascend the staircase. At the top of the stairs I see a fireplace burning brightly, with its promise...

Some days you laugh and some you cry...
My adventures with Debbie are a chance to find a fragment of her that once existed. Our discussions crowded with confusion move from childhood stories, our own children growing up and our parents, for which I need to remind her again that our father died almost 17 years ago. These conversations can move us from laughter to tears.
The ongoing confusion of...

It is this year! Such a wonderful time in our lives, as we count down we look back to what got us to this day...
when he asked Joel - while we were off at race
where he proposed
I couldn't resist phone cover
Engagement party
My favorite of their engagement photos
and finding THE  beautiful dress! 
Who knew Sara and I would go to junior high together and one day introduce our...

Have you ever wished time away? I know I have...
When I am going through a rough season I close my eyes and wish the time away, offering it a voice. Praying for space to distance me from the pain until  I feel stronger, after already completing the hard work that healing requires.
I know from past experience that time does help, although it requires working through the pain to make you stronger....

How you came into our lives bringing an abundance of joy and laughter...
We got a dog... well of course you already knew that, but this dog was something we've talked about for a few years now.  
debated, discussed and finally, decided.
This sweet man makes me smile endlessly every day as he learns through our teachings the rules of the house.
 
He is sensitive and dramatic when he knows your...