Thanksgiving has come and gone, and December is HERE! As an adult, it’s pretty much a requirement to say how fast the year is rolling by, right? So let’s go ahead and call it Christmas and Happy 2022, already, and get on with a new year, right? CRAZY!!!!! Maybe in some ways 2021 was better …
Loss
It’s OK to Not be a Hugger, but Still Want a Hug
Not a hugger. I’ve pretty much embraced that philosophy for a while now, even though I can’t readily pin point the moment when it began. I mean, I’m gracious but cringe-y if you go in for a hug, and it’s always awkward, and I never initiate. Kid hugs are always welcome (my kids, not yours, …
Let’s Let Go of the Pity Party for One
Has anyone been short on inspiration lately? Somehow, no matter the fact that I know better, I’ve allowed myself to linger in the uninspired, lonely world of feeling the heaviness of life. After saying goodbye to my 21 year old sweet fur muffin, I launched straight into a totally disjointed, and not-the-way-I-anticipated-it visit with my …
How to Say Goodbye to a Friend
How do you say goodbye to a beloved friend? As I’m trudging through the murky waters of grief, here are a few things that are helping.