Category Archives: friends
I’m Saying Goodbye To Fair Weather Friends
I’ve been popular. I’ve been not-so-much. I’ve had an insanely complicated amount of friends. I’ve had three or four truly close friends. Sitting here, in my forties, I’ve looked back at my friendolution with wonder and awe. Elementary School – … Continue reading
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Sometimes You Say It Better Than I Can
Did I say sometimes? Let me re-phrase. A lot of the time. I read your posts some days and I’m shaking my head wishing I had said that. Here. Let me show you. 1. When I need to shake things … Continue reading
Make Time For Those Who Matter Most
The holidays can be such a difficult time for some families. All crowded in the same house. Forcing civility. Trying each other’s patience. Accommodating. Pleasing. Or trying to please with the same childhood insecurities and failures rearing their ugly heads. … Continue reading
Jane Just Unfriended Someone On Facebook And It Feels So Naughty!
And oh-so-good! You see, I decided I needed to walk-the-walk if I was going to talk-the-talk. I’m in my forties. I’m older. Wiser. Life is short and I only make room in my life for the people who matter. You … Continue reading
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I Grieve. Or I Am A Rock. Take Your Pick.
Two weeks ago, my brother-in-law died. Yesterday was the anniversary of my daughter’s boyfriend’s death. Today, my aunt died. It’s been a rough few weeks. To make matters worse, my aunt wasn’t doing well for the past week or so … Continue reading
Aidan Donnelley Rowley: The Process, The Journey, The Yes!
One of our very own became a published author yesterday. Aidan Donnelley Rowley, author of “Life After Yes.” Oooo, my heart did a little jump. And why? I hardly know her. But then, many times when I read her blog (Ivy League … Continue reading
A Little Sunshine For This Dreary Winter Weekend
Some of you are suffering a cold and dreary winter. Where I live it certainly has been colder than most winters I can remember. But there have been rays of sunshine dancing on my blog and I have WackyMummy and … Continue reading
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I’m Dumping The Labels And Embracing ALL Of My Friends
My grandmother knew how to have friends. She had many. Some were closer than others but she really knew how to nurture the important ones. I loved how she handled the balance. When I was growing up I wanted to … Continue reading
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Tag! You’re It!
My goodness, I haven’t played this game since I was in grade school – back when dinosaurs roamed the earth. But Faemom tagged me and (rule follower that I am) I just have to play. Plus, it seemed like a fun … Continue reading
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