Invincible Summer

In the midst of hate, I found there was, within me, an invincible love. In the midst of tears, I found there was, within me, an invincible smile. In the midst of chaos, I found there was, within me, an invincible calm. I realized, through it all, that… In the midst of winter, I found … Continue reading Invincible Summer

The Dashboard Wailing Wall

To raise a child who is comfortable enough to leave you means you’ve done your job. They are not ours to keep, but to teach how to soar on their own.Unknown A couple of weeks ago, I dropped off my daughter at the airport as she made her way back to Alaska with the National … Continue reading The Dashboard Wailing Wall

Comfort in Small Spaces

The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less. Socrates After struggling with Covid-19 for a couple of weeks, my son is thankfully back on his feet and feeling well; however, as a result, our family reunion in July was postponed, so my daughter … Continue reading Comfort in Small Spaces

Table for One

Traveling alone will be the scariest, most liberating, life changing experience of your life. Try it at least once! Although it is becoming more popular, traveling solo is still somewhat unusual. When paying admission or being seated at a restaurant, I am regularly asked questions like, "Just one?" "Will anyone be joining you?" "Would you … Continue reading Table for One

My Bucket List

For the majority of my life, I never considered creating a bucket list of sorts. I was a goal setter and a list maker but not the bucket-list type, as it seemed somewhat dark (ya know, things to do before ya kick the bucket). It wasn't until I found myself in dire emotional circumstances that … Continue reading My Bucket List