Finding the Perfect Gift
Here we are, nearly a week before Christmas, and I still have some shopping to do. I’m actually quite proud that this year I can say “some” and not “all of my” when discussing my holiday shopping this year. I love finding just the right gift for everyone, and I usually do a pretty good… read more
The Sad Beginning of a New Normal
Nearly a year ago, I sat in my car clutching my phone. My eyes filled with tears as I fought to keep them from spilling over. My entire body shivered with unexplained chills and my chest and belly filled with utter dread. My breath refused to be let go. In an instant, I was completely… read more
Family Reunions
Family reunions were always big fun for my family. Every other year, more than 80 of us would gather in a small South Dakota town for a long weekend. It was a time of laughs, memories and catching up. As kids, we spent countless hours in the pool playing and choreographing a water ballet that… read more
Veteran's Day: Our Honor Should Show Every Day
A few weeks ago, my daughter and I were at the pharmacy. We sat in the most uncomfortable seats for what seemed like an eternity waiting for her prescription. I was irritated and tired of just waiting and waiting. My daughter was fidgety and asking for ice cream; I told her we could get some… read more
Just One Extra Hour
This weekend, most of us will get an extra hour thanks to the end of daylight savings time. That made me think about all the things I could possibly do with just one extra hour. • Read a few chapters of my book • Grab coffee with that friend I haven’t seen in a few… read more
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