Fiction Writing

“Work Day” – a short story, fictional piece

Below is a short story I wrote last year.  I’ve submitted it to two different publications but have not found a home for it yet.  In the mean time, I thought I’d share it here. Although I was inspired by a few real work experiences in the story, the characters and the outcome are entirely …

Home Life

The Family that Laughs Together (and at each other), Stays Together

We were enjoying family time on our back patio on an early Sunday morning.  Everyone had just woken up and was still in their pajamas.  We hadn’t had breakfast yet but husband and I were enjoying some espresso. Our youngest daughter was blowing bubbles and molding play-dough into balls and worms.  Our oldest daughter was …

Parenting

Conversations with my Kids: The Friend’s Edition “When I Grow Up…”

I’m going to share funny things my children say from time to time here.  Why? 1. Because they really are hilarious, and 2. So I won’t forget them and what they’re like at their current age. ———————————————————————————– Conversations with my Kids:  The Friend’s Edition “When I Grow Up…” In this special friend’s edition of conversations …

Art | Writing

That Sums it Up

Yes, this sums up the way I’ve been feeling lately – very nicely and creatively. The picture of the green man (incredibly made of Lego toys, which is on display at a local art exhibit) pulling his own head off says more than any sentence or paragraph I can write lately!

Books

Book Review: “The Fault in Our Stars”

Wow, my friends told me I had to read this book, “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green so I downloaded the Kindle version about a week ago.  And damn them, they were right! They insisted I give it a chance, particularly after I wrote this post awhile back about me becoming a YA …

Home Life | Parenting

Where’s the Reset Button?

In dealing with a two year old, a very stubborn red haired two year old, we enforce the “reset” method on a regular basis in our household.  Others may refer to it as a ‘time-out’ or a moment of reflection. Call it what you will….it’s taking a forced break, like it or not.  For the …

Home Life | Personal Growth

Faithful Friends

Last week I was feeling down in the dumps and rather stressed.  One day I just completely lost it and fell apart.  I picked myself up rather quickly though with the support of my family and the kindness of a few friends too. I have a few close, local friends that are absolutely wonderful.  One …

Home Life | Personal Growth

Thought for the Day

Why is it that I can manage a household, two young kids, a tough job that keeps me busy, cooking meals from scratch and a whole lot more, but I cannot properly shave my legs for anything in this world??  I always end up with a ‘patch of grass’ somewhere on the back of my …

Home Life | Personal Growth

Excuse Me While I Fall Apart

Please excuse me while I fall apart. Don’t mind me. I’m just having a bad day, a terrible week and an even worse month. The kids are sick again. I have to call into work again. I haven’t slept much lately. My one afternoon off, my only scheduled free time for the past several weeks …

Home Life | Parenting

Conversations with my Kids: “I Like Your Diaper”

I’m going to share funny things my children say from time to time here.  Why? 1. Because they really are hilarious, and 2. So I won’t forget them and what they’re like at their current age. ———————————————————————————– Conversations with my Kids: “I Like Your Diaper” My two year old can often be very complimentary.  She …