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Nomadic Wanderings
I wrote this essay back in Kansas right before we moved to Kentucky and then picked it back up after living in Kentucky for 8 months. _____________________________________________________ Moving season is upon us nomads (aka military) once again. I see it … Continue reading
Goodbyes
Goodbyes Saturday, May 31, 2014 7:24 AM I hate goodbyes. I should be a professional at them by now as we have had to say goodbye so many times over the years. But it really doesn’t get easier with … Continue reading
Time Marches On
Wow, hard to believe fall is already here! To say I’m not ready for what happens after fall (winter) would be an understatement. In fact, I’ve spent the entire past week in denial of the changing of seasons. Not just the … Continue reading
Embracing Insanity
One month until our Alaska adventure begins. One month until I trade in this life, and begin a new life. One month left of my amazing home, friends, and job. I continue to get asked if we are crazy for … Continue reading
We’re Never Gonna Survive Unless We Get a Little Crazy
I’m not even a Seal fan, yet I find myself singing this tune day in and day out. It would only be better if I was in a padded room in a straight jacket. Life is crazy! That’s a fact … Continue reading
Home is Where the Heart is
Oh the joys of preparing to move to a place greater than 2000 miles away. My predictable life here in Washington is slipping away each passing day. We just sold Nick’s truck. We bought it brand new in 2005, and it was a good truck. It … Continue reading
Saying No Does Not Win Friends and Influence People
But it sure is liberating!!! I’ve spent most of my life saying yes when I’ve wanted to say ‘no’. As of this past month, I’ve been saying ‘no’ more and ‘yes’ less. I might not win any popularity contests this … Continue reading
For Every Positive There is a Negative
For every positive reaction there is also a negative reaction. This has to do with the law of physics right? Well, it also has to do with daily decisions and life changing decisions. Looking back, I’m seeing that for every … Continue reading
Why Rainy Days are Better Than Sunny Days
Most people in Washington complain about how much it rains. Not me. I love the rain. Before moving here, I thought I would hate the rain, especially with all the comments I kept getting from people who knew we were … Continue reading
Coming out….
It’s time I come out of the closet and admit it, I am a writer. There, got that off my chest, whew. Now, please let me explain. Ever since I learned to read and write, I have loved both. I … Continue reading