Back when I was a more avid runner, I had one regret. My hunka hunka and I have traveled all over the world. Why didn't I leave a footprint in all of those places? I was well into my running years (and after the many travels) that I decided to do this. Dang it. I …
I've been reading lately folks who write their own obituaries before they die. The quirky ones go viral. Each time I read one, I always think to myself, "I want to write my own." Why not?! Most recently a coworker's uncle passed. She said he didn't write his obituary, but he did plan his own …
Yesterday was my brother's birthday. Chubs passed away February 10, 2008. Every time I see a cardinal, I know it's him. Many birthdays I have now spent without him. I find solace in knowing Moma is with him now. I even found a feather while I was out walking at lunch yesterday. I know it's …
The google image as the header is the perfect depiction of today's blog. I catch myself spending downtime at home playing Candy Crush. It's thinkless time. Time when I don't have to think about work or karate or the every day stresses of life. Is it addicting? Yes, but I enjoy the challenge. While it …
Summer is at its best today in the midwest: hot and humid. I love it. I'm not a fan of snow and ice so this is just fantastic. I sat outside this afternoon while Gracie Mae huffed and puffed making her go potty. That little diva just cannot deal. While I was sitting outside, I …
I like to say I'm from a small town. It's not small town in the sense of only having one stoplight, but it is small town in the sense of 'small town feels'. We have one high school, burgoo sales to raise monies, and an annual Christmas parade that incorporates all of Henderson's finest. When …
Something I don't talk about, and know I haven't written about, is I am a certified nutrition and wellness consultant. I felt guilty for a while because I knew when I was practicing what I'm preaching. I obtained this certification a 2017 as I have a passion for a healthy mind. I read a book …
I have been told different stories of what people were doing when I was born. My dad always calls on my birthday at the exact moment I was born to tell me his version. I remember my mom would tell me how difficult of a birth I was for her. Lucky her! My brother, Chubs, …
Last night I stepped back in time. I have to be honest...part of me didn't want to go. Bittersweet memories I didn't want to have, and emotions I didn't want to feel. My lifelong friend, Miranda, drove in town for this moment, and I could not tell her no in going. Our former church was …
I know it’s been a few days since my last blog. Nothing has moved me enough to write…not even a comic relief. I think I’m just in the middle of winter yuckness. Super cold temps and dreary days are just not inspirational. Sometimes you have to find the inspiration within. As I was on a …
Kentucky Girl by Heart 