Me too. I don't identify sexual harassment and assault as only being experienced by women. I don't identify the assailant with always being a man. But what I do know, is it's prevalent and we live in a culture of "shame", secrecy, and disbelief. The "Me too" campaign has made me revisit some old haunts…
Dear little one, We have still yet to name you. Your father's list is at 40 names, I've dwindled down to 10. As you will one day find out, we take these types of decisions very seriously. It takes a lot of conversation, a lot of lists, and a lot of thinking. Your room is…
Today I'm grateful for those who always hold each others' hands during the dark moments of life. I need some hand holding today.
Today I'm grateful for sunshine. This morning, with the election day activities looming, I enjoyed the sunshine outside my window. It's a reminder that there is light wherever we look- even if we don't always see it. I just need to stay grateful for the small things- especially when the big things are so much…
I'm grateful to live in a place where I can look in the sky, and see beautiful, bright stars. It's a reminder of how small we are in the entire scheme of things- and that it's important to keep perspective.
Today I'm grateful for long walks in the woods. All alone, just me and a dog.
Today I'm grateful for safe travels.
Today I'm grateful for warm homemade cinnamon rolls - and the hands that make them. There is something so comforting about that cinnamon goodness. My day was made better today by just a small piece of such comfort. And I'm grateful.
Today I'm grateful for sports. I don't normally watch sports. I certainly don't play sports. But, on nights such as the night of game 7 of the World Series, when people from all types of backgrounds get together and have an universal excitement over one event- it reminds me of what a small world we…
Gratitude is something I feel everyday. I have feelings of great gratitude- due to events or generosity of others. There are also the "small things" that make me grateful. Sunshine, kitty cuddles, a bowl of good soup, or the other things that make me happy to be alive- and grateful for all I have. So,…
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