This I Believe 2010
I believe many things, fervently, and it’s been hard to narrow it down to a single focus for this essay. Still, something I received via email a few days ago resonated strongly with me. To give beyond...
View ArticleSpringtime in Denver
This last week I was in Denver on business. The wide open skies and fabulous sunshine were awesome, as were my excellent hosts, Hot Chick JanieceTM, her Smart Man, and their giant, sweet schnauzer...
View ArticlePedicures & Power Tools
Last week, after several Lemon Drop martinis and giant beers, we talked Janiece’s Smart Man into giving us a pedicure. He liked the numbers: four hot chicks and two smart men, one of whom would simply...
View ArticleRelationship Status
A post from a friend made me think. And think some more. What’s with this relationship status stuff? And “looking for” stuff? Why do we have to be so neatly pigeonhole-able? So, I lost my husband one...
View ArticleMy Dating Allergy
I know I’ve mentioned a time or two before that I am violently allergic to dating. It just seems profoundly unappealing. A couple of months ago, I talked about my relationship status, and came to the...
View ArticleDaily Gratitude: Girls’ Night
Years ago, my sister Cheri started spending Thursday nights hanging out with her neighbor Michele watching Project Runway. This became Girls’ Night, complete with an amazing appetizer menu, wine or...
View ArticleDaily Gratitude: Henry
A year ago my good friend Susannah gave birth to her first baby, Henry, and I have the privilege of attending his first birthday party this afternoon. Henry is an adorable, happy, busy baby, and...
View ArticleDaily Gratitude: Music and Friendship
Today I give thanks for spectacular music shared with an amazing friend. She and I have supported each other through hard times, good times, joy and heartbreak, for over a decade and I love her and...
View ArticleDaily Gratitude: Love
I’m thankful for love in my life – for the ability to care deeply for others, and be cared for in return. It makes everything worthwhile. The Greek had several words for love, while our limited English...
View ArticleDaily Gratitude: Teen Boy Squad
I’m very thankful to have the teen boy squad in my life – they add energy & laughter & creativity. The teen boy squad started out as Ben and Zach, back when Ben was still a teen. It has...
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