On Disagreeing
Can we agree to disagree? That seems like a thing of the past. Something that happened in Mayberry when neighbors had to see each other everyday, pass each other on the street, serve each other at their jobs. A line … Continued
Five Minute Friday – Practice
I have a few minutes to spare before I head out the door. Rather than scroll social media, I feel like a better use of my time is doing a little Five Minute Friday exercise. This week’s writing prompt is … Continued
Family Movie Night
disclaimer: I received a free dvd in exchange for a blog post. All thoughts and opinions are my own This spring has been a season of new movie anticipation and excitement. Between Captain Marvel, Shazam, and Avengers End Game there … Continued
Five Minute Friday: Next
I’ve neglected this sad little blog for too long. It’s time to give it some love; but only about five minutes worth. Today’s Five Minute Friday prompt is NEXT. I’m only allowed five minutes and that’s a good thing because … Continued
Continuing the Vacation With Vigilance and Self Control
At the exact moment of writing this I’m relaxing on vacation with my family. The view out the window is of a pristine golf course surrounded by scrub brush and palm trees. Dessert mountains in the distance with snow-topped peeks … Continued
The Balloon Debacle
Sometimes things just don’t work out the way you had envisioned them. Like when you try and stuff twenty mylar balloons into your car on a windy day. Last week was Harry’s Cub Scout banquet. I signed up to be … Continued
Five Minute Friday – Confident
I’m clearly not dedicated to being here every Friday and spending five measly little minutes to write. But oh well. I’m here now. This week’s writing prompt in Five Minute Friday is CONFIDENT. Five minutes are on the timer…go! Whenever … Continued
Uncluttered book Review
Disclaimer: I received an advance copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links. Marie Kondo is a genius. First she writes a tiny book that inspires … Continued
Letting Go Of Judgement
I have an online presence beyond the usual personal Facebook page. It’s minuscule compared to the presence of popular authors and bloggers I follow, yet it’s big enough to garner attention and comments from strangers. Ninety-eight percent of the interactions … Continued
2019: Be Present
Let the word choosing ceremony commence. 2018 was all about Choosing Joy and it served me really well. I have found myself in dark places mentally the past two years and the only way I can figure out how to … Continued
