My father-in-law Harry, Papa to his grandkids, is a real hoot. He has a constant mischievous grin, like he’s up to something he shouldn’t be. Every time we talk he tells me I'm his favorite daughter-in-law and I counter by telling him he's my favorite father-in-law. It doesn't matter that I’m his only DIL and he's my only … Continue reading Papa don’t jeep
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Everywhere a sign
I've had my small share of heartache - teen angst boyfriend break-ups, unrequited love - but the worst pain, is when I've loved so much that it felt like my heart would literally burst. The loss of a loved one - death from illness, or age, or injury - especially when unexpected. You are left … Continue reading Everywhere a sign
Finally home
Over 40 hours driving, three days, approximately 2,200 miles, through seven states - from The Gulf of Mexico to the Great Lakes - makes for a very monotonous road trip. Crazy-funny traveling companions, beautiful scenery and reuniting with distant family, make it worth the effort.
Changeling hex is broken
My long, didactic journey is coming to an end. My two-stage Odyssey through the teen years - once with a daughter, and my final phase with a son - is almost done. I’ve taken on the Herculean task, the Holy Grail pilgrimage toward adulthood with my burgeoning charges. Navigating through minde fields of pubescent angst, … Continue reading Changeling hex is broken
A paler shade of green
“How does Katie appear to you today?” “Same as always, sullen.” “Is she still all emo with that black fringe covering her face?” She asked, throwing around the Urban Dictionary word like she knew what it meant. “No, it’s green now. Well, actually more of a teal,” I explained. “But, she wears the same black … Continue reading A paler shade of green
Road trip prep: iPhone edition
Early Saturday morning - as in, just after sunrise when we would typically leave if I was in charge of roadtrip itineraries - I left on a 10-hour drive. I'm headed to my dad's house in East Tennessee, then he and my step-mom, and I will get in their car (after sufficient sleep and a … Continue reading Road trip prep: iPhone edition
Thin spiral notebook 