Grandma Hallie, my last living grandparent, passed away early Easter morning at the age of 94. She was my dad’s biological mother and was someone I grew up never knowing...
Stories of My Repurposed Life
Pivot – Living With One Foot Raised
2023 marks the 9th year I’ve kicked off the new year with a word instead of a resolution. Like many others who embrace this “one word 365” practice, I’ve found the...
Called to War Turns One!
Today is my first book baby's 1st birthday! This project was a labor of love that took many, many years to be born. I'm so grateful for everyone who helped me get this...
New Life After the Storm
Today I noticed new growth emerging in the middle of the battered and mangled palms of the Bismarckia tree in my front yard. It’s been a month now since Hurricane Ian...
An Anniversary Miracle
A few weeks ago, our renter of 7 years vacated our IL property leaving it in a horrid condition. After a bit of mourning, Tim & I, along with a few lifelong friends/...
A Faithful Ride
Today we say goodbye to our Chevy Traverse. She is 10 years old and has carried us well since November 2014 when she had a mere 16,714 miles. In need of a new transmission,...
