When you hear, “Just use a little glitter.” You really hear, “Sprinkle that shit everywhere.” Trying to clean up glitter is worse than a Halloween nightmare. The glitter sticks to your face, hands and clothes for what seems like days. Over the years, my life has been sprinkled with glitter. It looked beautiful, and shiny. … More Glitter Anyone?
I came in last place last weekend. I couldn’t have been more excited. You see I’ve been coming in last place a lot lately. Instead of bitching and complaining. I’m thankful I finished the race. I had a physical race to finish when I was in Michigan. It wasn’t pretty to witness. But I finished … More Last Place Goes to Brooke
I’ll keep this quick! Which is very hard for me to do at times. I’m 46 years old and I’ve learned some valuable information lately. When people come around with drama just tell them you have to pee. They won’t wait around for you to come back. They have to keep moving and spreading drama. … More Sorry, I Have To Pee!
The look on his face as he stepped inside the stadium was priceless. Harrison celebrated his 16th Birthday with over 109,000 Michigan fans. This was a special moment because I love football. And I had the opportunity to experience his first college game with him. He noticed everything. The cheerleaders, the college girls in halter … More Welcome to The Big House
It has been a long time since my tailgating days. I had to return home to Michigan to get my tailgate on. Harrison was excited for the football game. I would see a friend from high school that I hadn’t seen in over twenty years. It was going to be an amazing day. The drive … More Ain’t No Time For Knitting. There’s Only Time for Chicken Wine
It’s your turn to have my undivided attention. Yes, I cried when I dropped off Sydney. And yes I felt guilty that she didn’t see Ms. Keisha yesterday. It was good to hear everyone ask about her. We will start saving our money for a trip to Michigan in the summer. This was our time … More It’s Your Turn
I think I need to blame it on Luther. Luther Vandross that is. I should’ve listened to Tupac and Biggie instead of The Best of Luther Vandross. Luther will make you call your ex and say, “Hey, let me holla at you for a minute.” I need to get some shit off my chest.” The … More My Heart Can’t Still Be Broken
The story of the missing boy with autism is one that all autism families fear. I admit I said, “That father is in better shape than me. How in the hell was he not able to catch up with his son?” I was talking so much smack. Until I realized how life was for us … More The Door Was Open
All fights don’t have to be physical. Most fights we have our really mental challenges. When you know that your life depends on it. You fight. When you know that others are depending on you. You fight. When I was going through my divorce. I remember that I wanted to give up. This shit was … More Fight The Good Fight
If I remind myself that we went to New York City without any meltdowns. I will feel better. This is when I have the stress of a combat soldier. I’m not making that up. There have been studies that show that my statement is a fact. I’m not sure if she saw a picture of … More I’m Not Alone
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