10 things about me1) I am divorced 2) I stand at over 6 feet tall 3) I like to cook 4) I am the oldest of three boys 5) I used to be a member of EP 6) I have met some celebrities when I used to live in Seattle 7) I am a cowboy at heart 8) I am left handed 9) My... (...)
The moment that brought Joel to tearsDon't get me wrong Joe's a pretty emotional guy he doesn't hide his feelings and I've seen him cry. He doesn't cry as often as I do but I don't think anybody does because I'm just a mess. So this morning our daughter was getting ready to head to... (...)
Sometimes I mail my kids random lettersI don’t just put them in the mailbox at the front door. I sent them through the post to be delivered by the mailman . Sometimes the letters are just meant to brighten their day or give them something to look forward to in the mail. Other times,... (...)
Historical Context of a CaseWhen reading cases, especially those with historical and social significance, I sometimes encounter narrations so graphic that, even though I was not yet born at the time, I could only imagine the tragedy, the horror, and the dismay that the... (...)
Almost prefect nightSo Joel and I went to our support group and he shared tonight, I didn't. Knowing myself I felt if I did I'd get stressed and I didn't want to ruin the rest of the night. After the meeting we went and got taco's and took them to our favorite cigar... (...)
Haunted castle in the Hudson river. Sort of. Hiking today I saw this little island in the Hudson that appeared to have ruins on it. It doesn't look like much in this picture because it was too far away. Through my binoculars I could see it was the remains of a castle. Googling turned up lots... (...)
With All My Heart He lets me be weird, different, unpredictable, and every other odd thing I am. For example, about 5 years ago he bought a pair of overalls to work outside in. When he put them on I was all about it. I have no idea why to this day, but Wow!!🙃... (...)
Over the years... My Husband has become my shelter from the storms I bring upon myself.. 😔 He protects me from myself, in some ways, even when he doesn't want to. 😔 It hasn't been easy to be married to me. I have alot of issues, and I mean alot of issues. 😔 I have... (...)
Is life just a never ending cycle of sadnessI’ve been telling myself years now that it will get better. Trying not to take my life, trying not to let my emotions be controlled by other’s actions but every single time i fail. If i am meant to be alone, why not take my desire to be loved? Where... (...)
Long day aheadToday going to be long. I didn't get any sleep last night and I have to go to a product roll out and training. There will be 500 people there. So it will be a long afternoon of holding back my tics and outbursts. I'm already very anxious. I'm... (...)
Our tiny tornadoSo like I said earlier the boys are officially Cub Scouts. They are in the tigers den and Joel signed up to be their adult partner. I stayed in the back and watched. They asked me if I wanted to sign up and I said no. I just don't think it would... (...)
Got some sushi today Asked the kids what they want for tea and they wasn't sure and this is what they picked today. And between the three of them they ate it all
Democrats boycott DC restaurants because of National GuardsThis is pathetic. 30% drop in revenues. Democrats are purposefully hurting innocent business owners because they do not like have the National guard on the streets. Many businesses are owned by fellow Democrats, but the progressive don't care.... (...)
So my boss came into my officeMy boss came into my office today to help me with a tough appointment I was having. We are going over the information and he was showing me what to do and then out of nowhere he looks at me and says you know I am really glad that you're here and I... (...)
I am going to have a mental breakdown over meringue1/2 cup of egg whites and 1tsp cream of tartar. The egg whites are room temperature. I washed, dried, and then rinsed the mixer and bowl with vinegar and dried again. I can’t get them to stiffen. I’ve tried a kitchen aid, a hand mixer, and an... (...)
It was a joke but..Today at work, something happened that’s been sitting with me. I was showing a colleague some old photos of someone we both knew, and a picture of me from about 10 years ago came up. He joked, “Wow, you’ve let yourself go,” and then immediately... (...)
Work road trip Got out of the office today, had to do a couple computer upgrades on the road. Awake and full of energy, unlike yesterday.