Last night as I was writing in my journal, I wrote a hard (and necessary) truth. "I — and I alone — am responsible for my emotions. I am responsible for my own happiness. I am responsible for how I react to situations. The choice to have a good day or a bad day is... Continue Reading →
My snowman disaster
He looked like something out of a horror show. By this time, I was laughing so hard at my unintentional axe-murderer snowman.
9 days into #theselfieproject
Today was day nine of the selfie project I decided to do on Instagram. Yesterday, day eight, was the hardest one yet. When I started this, I wanted it to reflect my day in some way — either something I did that day or how I was feeling. Most of all, I want it to... Continue Reading →
Magical snow
So it snowed today. Beautiful fat, fluffy flakes. The snow came down quick and fast, coating the ground in a matter of minutes. I was at an interview for work -- I walked over since the interview was only a block away. When I came out, it was nearly a blizzard out. It was breathtaking.... Continue Reading →
More precious than the lottery
I admit it. When the Powerball lottery soared to an astronomical amount last week, I stood in line and purchased two tickets. I had big hopes and big dreams for that money. Yes, I know that my odds of getting struck by lightening — twice — while twirling a flaming baton and chewing bubble gum,... Continue Reading →
Power outage anyone?
It's exactly 12:10 a.m. Monday morning. Normally, I'd be warm, cozy and sleeping well. Enter power outage. Enter a journalist's work. Car hits power pole. Pole splits. Equals no power. Equals a really annoying electronic device that is buzzing by it's battery life. Sleep anyone? I won't be needing any tonight!
The selfie project
So, I've decided to do a selfie project on Instagram. Yes, I know, I know. I'm almost 40 years old. Too old for that. It's self-centered. Blah blah. But I'm going to do it anyway and I assure you, it's not all about being vain. I have been following a couple of people on Instagram... Continue Reading →
‘Gravy mode’
Give me a minute: I have a confession to make. I live for "gravy mode." What is "gravy mode" do you ask? Let me explain. A few weeks ago I finally got a Fitbit, after a lot of encouragement from my friend, Susan, and my coworker, Jessie. Finally, I made the investment. And they were right... Continue Reading →
A frozen landscape and a dose of perspective
A frozen landscape and a dose of perspective.
A frozen landscape and a dose of perspective
We started the day today in the 30s -- and by sundown it was all of 14 degrees. After nearly 24 hours of steady rain, the sudden cold weather was such a beautiful gift, transforming the world from a slick, wet reflection to a frozen, depth-filled landscape. Today also provided me with a much-needed photo... Continue Reading →
The Wandering Pigeon 