I don’t know about you. But when it comes to making decisions, it is a hard task for me. I can’t just think about myself. Harrison and Sydney are major factors in every daily decision that I make. That means sometimes putting my dreams on hold. This week I have been asked to make a … More Decisions, Decisions
I can’t believe that Mommy and Daddy drove to visit us in Michigan. I’m not sure that Rob will come around since my family is in town. I think I am moving to Delaware. I am not sure. But I need to clean out this house. Just in case we need to move quickly. Well, … More And The Plot Thickens
I know I am not the only one that has thought to themselves. What in the hell am I doing? We are so quick to tell people that we are okay. But in reality we are bound by chains and shackles. We may still be walking, but we are dragging along extra baggage. It might … More What The ………?
They say everything happens for a reason. Do you believe that is true? I grew up blaming everything on the devil when something didn’t go my way. Especially when something bad happened to me. I would hear people say. “ That’s nothing but the devil.” Or “Get behind me satan.” “That’s nothing but the trick … More Is That You Satan?
I was asked by a reader why I was sharing bible verses on my Facebook page lately. The question made me think. Am I only allowed to share blogs about autism, being single and funny stories? Can I be the blogger that keeps it real? I love the Lord. And I was led to share … More I’m Not Open 24 Hours
Not only did I have to recognize the signs of autism. I had to accept that Sydney has autism. Then I had to get early intervention for her. The one thing I kept telling myself, was that Sydney’s life was not over. This was just the beginning. Yes, I let autism hold us as prisoners. … More It’s Not Over Until……..
I wonder if you are feeling like me right now. You are wearing many hats. Mommy, wife(not me), teacher, etc. I never realized how important transitions were until last week. Now, I see why Sydney relies on them so much. Transitions saved me. When I wake up, I am mommy until I get both kids … More We All Need Transitions
I didn’t grow up with brothers. So, being a single mom raising a boy is a little tricky. I am straight and to the point. Over the weekend I had to have a talk with Harrison. Before I talked with him I told him that he could call his dad or Poppa instead of me … More Boxers or Briefs? For Mature Audiences Only
The flashing lights, the orange cones and the workers in bright colors. Is a sure sign that construction is near. Six years ago you could block off our house with caution tape and do not enter signs. Things have changed. Everyone hates construction. It makes you take an alternate route. It causes you to wait. … More Under Construction
Have you ever experienced a time in your life when you didn’t love yourself? Maybe it was a painful time and you don’t want to recall all of the details. You must first confront those dark memories in order to move on. Are you thinking why doesn’t anyone love me? Why can’t I find love? … More How Much Do You Really Love Yourself?
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