Again today
It’s a song by Brandi Carlile, and I tend to listen to it when I am discouraged. “Who’s gonna break my fall … ” is the line I most relate to, because I am often anticipating that the fall is about to come. Why? Because I am prideful at times … because I get in my head...
Who me? Couldn’t be.
Remember the song in grade school about taking cookies from the cookie jar? As I sit here procrastinating, once again prolonging the agony and pain of completing the much dreaded PAPERWORK FRENZY, I am reminded of how often and with much regularity we human beings...
What we think “really” matters
My youngest, after watching Mr. Magoriums Magic Emporium, said to me “where will the love go if you die or I die” and then lowered his head, with tears flowing. His innocent question as he manages the throws of existentialism got me thinking, as it often does, about...
Yes, it matters
I love when kids ask questions. “Why?” is rarely a bother to me … and it has been a true pleasure to hear my own kids ask some pretty important questions over the years. Today, J. asked “Does your vote really matter?” I shared, with him, my version of the truth. In...Random Facts
I love rainy days! Unlike most, I get a sense of peace when it’s raining. Not only does the world seem calmer, but it also calms my mind and helps me block out distractions.
I’m that crazy person that wears sweaters in 100 degree weather. I am always freezing, no matter the time of year. Rather than freezing wherever I go, I choose to be prepared by having a cardigan with me every day.
Going to the gym has changed from being something I need to do into something I want to do. It’s really exciting to see the results of my hard work. I go through this challenging process to get to the desired end results – which is what I love about designing as well!