This word means different things to different people but ultimately, in my eyes, it is the most powerful state of being that any human can attain in the quest to living a life full of peace and contentment. It is the ultimate factor to dictate our lives and it is one of the hardest to … Continue reading Freedom →

I was young and clueless when I had my first baby and I relied on the women in my family to help me navigate through my ignorance. I brought Britt for her first immunization shot when she was two months old as my brothers wife was bringing their daughter who was a few weeks younger. … Continue reading My Journey Into Natural Medicine →

Once in awhile I have a grandbaby or two come for a sleepover. My youngest daughter has four kids and the youngest are a set of twin boys who are almost three. They are a handful but we have a lot of fun and I can sleep for a few days after they leave. It … Continue reading The Hockey Mom →

Throughout time people have taken sides. It doesn't matter what the topic is, people need to have an opinion. Once they have it, it becomes very hard for them to switch sides. When they do they are somewhat sheepish. Or, others treat them with disdain regardless of the side they are on. They end up … Continue reading The Great Marijuana/Alcohol Debate →

It is funny how time makes us wiser. Anything we do in life becomes more ingrained with repetition. Sports. Practice makes us better. Education. Studying makes us smarter, or more well informed. So how come it takes so long to recognize a narcissist? Looking back on my life I realize I have known many but … Continue reading My First Narcissist →

I swear to God if I didn't have kids or Grandkids I would know nothing that is going on in this world. There is stuff happening here, there, and everywhere and it seems as if it passes right by my house. Never to settle. My daughter was talking about an acquaintance and her recent Instagram … Continue reading An Influencer. What’s That? →

Throughout my childhood there were pets. The first one was Trixie. I don't remember much about her because she died when I was quite young. I do remember she was just there. A lovable cocker spaniel. A companion that hung around and followed you. My most vibrant memory was standing outside the grocery store when … Continue reading The Love of a Pet →

Apparently this is a thing. I heard it from my youngest daughter. Who is Gen Y I believe. AKA a Millenial. So, awhile back we were having a phone chat and Drew was educating me on my generations distaste for her generation. I know I am a boomer but I have never really known what … Continue reading Baby Boomers vs Gen X, Y, Z… →

My husband loved comedy. Years ago he found out one of his favourite stand up comics was in a new show. He was giddy with anticipation. Tim Allen played the lovable but bumbling Tim Taylor and we never missed an episode of Home Improvement. The character Tim was always wrecking something as he looked for … Continue reading Tim the Tool Man Taylor →