Funny story. Before the hubster and I were married, while in the throes of fairytale-dating love, we decided to try a painting class together. Real talk: After nearly 5 years together, things were getting stale and as much as I loved attending every softball game and participating on a bowling team, it was time […]
Confessions
We Almost Joined The Rat Race
Want to know how to induce an uber dramatic eye roll from me? By telling me, unsolicited I might add, how much money you make or how big your house is. Gigantic. Earth shattering. Epic. Eye. roll. Engaged. I have little time or respect for people who use their money or buying power to impress […]
On Changing Perspectives…
Full disclosure: This post will be heavy for a bit, but I promise I’ll sum it up with my usual wit. I recently had a close friend lose a child. At a loss for words, I struggled to even find the most basic set of reassurances to comfort her in those delicate, first moments of […]
I’ve Had It.
Consider this a rally cry for the gals who are taken for granted. I’m done with: Being disrespected under the guise of a joke. Always being the one to call. Having to organize and plan even the most mundane tasks. Not giving myself enough time in the morning to curl my hair. Taking time out […]
Long Distance Marriage: 6-Month Check-In
Hard to believe a little over 6 months ago was one of the saddest days of my life. The one that consisted of waving goodbye to the hubster, quietly shutting the front door, silently sitting in my now emptier living room and crying, while simultaneously stuffing my face with any food within 10 feet of […]
Surviving The Holidays Alone
The holidays are bittersweet for me. I try desperately to enjoy them and sometimes I’m successful. But, more often than not, they tend to be an annoying pebble in my shoe, reminding me with each step of where I seemingly fall on the totem pole. I can’t remember the last time I spent Christmas or […]