How Well Do You See Those Around You?
My best friend and the waitress both had tears in their eyes. What’s going on? I wondered as I approached the table. I took my seat, they smiled at me, then…
Read MoreYour Brain (and Life) On Overload
I opened the door, peeked inside, and knew in an instant what I’d done wrong. My washing machine–overloaded with items I stuffed in early that morning–sat sideways, away from the…
Read MoreFeeling Insignificant
Every once in a while I need to heed my own words. Yesterday was one of those days. I found myself wondering (more than once, I might add), what’s wrong…
Read MoreMeltdowns, Stress, Anxiety and God
She was in the middle of a bona-fide meltdown. Like an old rubber-band, she’d been stretched too far one time too many. Looking back, I’m not sure why I acted…
Read MoreWhat Moms (Really) Need for Mother’s Day
“What should I have done differently?” It was an odd question, mainly because it came from my mother–a terrific mom in every respect. Her question got me thinking: why do…
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