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Decluttering My Late Mom's Office
Last week I started a 40-day declutter challenge focused on clearing out the file cabinet of papers, old electronics, and office supplies in my father’s home. ...more
Home Organizing
March 01, 2023•2 min read
Fledging Student
Fledging Student A lump formed in my throat. My son had grown taller, wiser, and more handsome over the past thirteen years. In just a few days, he would be starting his first day of school without a ... ...more
Children
September 30, 2020•4 min read
Counting Sleeps
Leaving for college and counting sleeps. When I woke up this morning and walked down the hall past my son’s bedroom, I thought, “only one more sleep.” I stopped, turned around, and went toward his bed... ...more
Children
September 05, 2020•4 min read
Going Live
"Going Live" on FaceBook was daunting and scary. I did not know about recording or lighting. I had no idea how to set it up or tell if anyone was watching it. ...more
Fear
August 28, 2020•4 min read
Preparing to Leave
My son is preparing to leave for college. I pull out the toaster, the cinnamon, and the sugar, pop two slices of bread into the toaster. As I reach into the refrigerator to pull out the butter, I know... ...more
Children
August 21, 2020•2 min read
Happy Each Day
“Karen, just be happy,” she had said to me as we sat outside in the backyard a month before she died. “I am happy, Mom,” I replied quickly; I didn’t want her to know how hard it was to be happy. Happy... ...more
Mindset
August 08, 2020•2 min read