Have you ever look at your life or your child's and wonder if there's any meaning or purpose in it? Does life seem bleak and hopeless? Do you feel like giving up and tossing in the towel...you are done? I'm here to tell you to not give up. To hold on. To have hope. I used to feel like … [Read more...] about Does Your Life Have A Purpose?
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Superhero or Small Man?
My son Devyn sent me a photo yesterday of himself in a Superman costume. He asked me what I thought: I told him his underwear was nice, and so was his costume- how could I resist! As I looked at the picture of Devyn, I thought of how many boys and men desire to be a superhero in this modern day … [Read more...] about Superhero or Small Man?
Chocolate Cake: Enjoying My Slice
I've never been able to bake a delicious chocolate cake and have it all to myself. How about you? At least that's my experience. Have you ever met people who seem to win the lottery on a daily basis and it leaves you wondering why your name is never pulled out of the magic hat? My friend, we'll … [Read more...] about Chocolate Cake: Enjoying My Slice
Carrying the Sumo Wrestler Uphill.
Have you ever been in a relationship where it seemed lopsided? Maybe your marriage feels this way. You feel you are the one carrying most of the responsibilities in your marriage or family. The weight of the world is on your shoulders... Water pressed me on every side and the air was sucked out of … [Read more...] about Carrying the Sumo Wrestler Uphill.
Autism and the BIG Dream.
I still remember the day we heard that word... autism. I was numb. What does a mother do with a diagnosis that means there is no hope? My hopes and dreams sat shattered at my feet in a thousand pieces that could not be put back together... Twenty-seven years ago, I was handed a baby that scored … [Read more...] about Autism and the BIG Dream.
The Jealous Wife.
Jealousy. That nasty word. We've all experienced it, but no one really likes to talk about it. I'm about to get real. Have you ever had a moment of jealousy? If your answer is no, well, your not part of the human race. I'm married to a handsome man with big muscles. I won't lie, some women can get … [Read more...] about The Jealous Wife.