Today I achieved a goal! 500 likes on my blog posts since I started it in 2014. The first 450 may have been that first year when I was philosophizing in Kenya, but not too shabby. Thank you to anyone and everyone who reads this. It's self-therapy and I appreciate those who love and support…
Time for A Reminder: I’m Here
I learned today that a former coworker passed away from suicide this past weekend. She was with the County until three weeks ago when she ended employment. I didn't know her well. I spoke her name. We were in similar meetings. We had conversations. Corresponded over email and over phone. I don't even know if…
Time for Finn and Daddy: Reunion
Last night, Tim was able to come over for the first time in two weeks due to his doctor recommended quarantine at home. Finley was so very excited to see his Daddy. A hug took a moment and came after Finley showed Daddy every single toy he has, and his bedroom, his iPad, and his…
Time for Finley: My Little One
Dear Finley, The last three weeks (3???) have been a blur. In most ways it has been a terrifying time- so much unknown and unseen that we can't control. We aren't able to hug or be near anyone else but each other (and of course Riley Pug). We are isolated on our little "island". Silly…
Time to Reflect: COVID-19 (Post #5)
From my Facebook- just want to document here too: Documenting to remember my gratitude and thoughts on today, 4/5/20: Thank you to those in the healthcare industry- from doctors, nurses, medical assistants, dentists, pharmacists, all the way to the administrative and profession staff that keep things moving. You’ve been in my thoughts and heart. Thank…
Time to Reflect: COVID-19 (Post #4)
Things I'm realizing on "day something" of self-isolation: We live on a cul-de-sac. Typically there are at least 10 cars going through on every other day. But during this quarantine period, it is "still". "Still" can be peaceful in many circumstances. But a "still" and quiet cul-de-sac, usually bustling with activities, is eerie.We can hear…
Time to Reflect: COVID-19 (Post #3)
Another day down....Finn and I learning how to work together a bit more each day (though, full disclaimer, then we have really tough days but they are getting better). It is strange to live in a little cul-de-sac, not personally impacted healthwise by the COVID-19. It's easy to feel disconnected on the reality that's happening…
Time to Reflect: COVID-19 (Post #2)
Just a few words to keep my blog active....... COVID-19 2020 has been full of: confusion, shock, awe, grief, anger, and now, add grit and determination to the mix.
Time for Living One Day At a Time: COVID-19 2020
Dear Finley, We have been "working" at home together for a week. I started at home on Monday, March 16th, 2020 because I had cold symptoms and then Clackamas County mandated remote work beginning Wednesday (the 18th) due to the COVID-19 outbreak of 2020. That means....we've been working and spending our days together. Work to…
Time to Reflect: COVID-19 (Post #1)
We find ourselves at a unique time. Perhaps a once in a life time experience? I hope? A once in a generation, monumental shift of the path for humankind? I constantly feel the looming, unrelenting reality of something massive...something significant....something scary...something confusing...something happening that I need to document so that Finn can read it someday…
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