Today’s post is a reblog from ten years ago. Sweet Rosie has gone on to Doggie Heaven, but reading this makes me remember her - the sweet and the salty - and I’m so glad I captured this moment in print. Enjoy! I’d love to hear about your furry friends - the good parts and … Continue reading Don’t Cage Rosie
Summer Will Always Have My Heart, Heat and All
Do you prefer Summer? Winter? Spring? Fall? Heat, humidity, all of it, I will take summer any day. My friend Natalie sent me a pic of her dash today around 2pm. 118 degrees F. I was stunned. I know a vehicle parked in the sun shows an exaggerated temperature, but that’s high even in Savannah … Continue reading Summer Will Always Have My Heart, Heat and All
Strong Personalities in Friend Groups
Good evening! Before I jump into today's topic, I feel like I should share that I have unintentionally created a habit of writing my blog posts late at night just before I go to sleep. Not ideal. Or maybe it is. It's cozy and quiet, and I enjoy the ritual of regurgitating some randomness from … Continue reading Strong Personalities in Friend Groups
It’s a Summer Miracle!
Okay, that's dramatic. But that's how it feels as I'm sitting down to write a blog post for the third day in a row. This one will be fast and furious because I need some sleep. Today was busy and hot. Have you ever noticed how people in the southern U.S. love to talk about … Continue reading It’s a Summer Miracle!
Why Do I Hate it So Much When People Say ‘Just Make it a Habit’? UGH!
I'm wide awake at an hour when I should be sleeping. We had pretty strong afternoon storms today and lost power for a couple of hours. I was home alone and made an unwise decision to nap on the couch, so here I sit. Habits fascinate me. I am super inspired by people who come … Continue reading Why Do I Hate it So Much When People Say ‘Just Make it a Habit’? UGH!
What’s the Point in Reading a Book Twice?
I am sure this answer varies, and some may not ever read a book more than once, but I can think of exactly three books that I keep on repeat. Let's have a look, shall we? The first book is Slouching Towards Bethlehem by Joan Didion. I have no idea why this is, but Joan … Continue reading What’s the Point in Reading a Book Twice?
Mother’s Day is Complicated
I've been in the thick of motherhood for some time now. As a mom to two teen boys, I'm in awe of these two giants that I birthed, but I'm also trying to get one across the finish line to high school graduation and the other to pass the eleventh grade. It's a lot, y'all. … Continue reading Mother’s Day is Complicated
Here Comes Spring, and I Binge Watched Dallas
The sun is bright. Plants are popping. There's a pleasant breeze in the air. I feel it, and I can't wait. I love warm weather and all things spring and summer. It's just the way I'm wired. I know many people who get a thrill when the pumpkin spice appears everywhere. They can't wait to … Continue reading Here Comes Spring, and I Binge Watched Dallas
In a Hectic World, Where’s Your Peace?
This question has been on my mind as I have struggled mightily with my mental health over the past few months. Where is my peace? Must I simply accept that this is just how it is for me? Surely not. I can't be the only person who feels this way. Not to be cryptic, but … Continue reading In a Hectic World, Where’s Your Peace?
New York Love
(originally written September 2018) I say every year I'm going to write about 9/11. Then the day comes and goes, and my account of that tragic day is yet to be written. One of my mantras this year is Just Do It. Call me Nike. Or don't... So here goes. I mentioned in my previous … Continue reading New York Love
Grief Happens 