Category Archives: Lessons Learned
Three Decades Later.
Today is my birthday. Turning 30. I am pretty excited about this. My 20’s were awesome- in the truest sense of the word- amazing times, some really hard times and incredible … Continue reading
The Invoice.
The other night I had the pleasure (sarcasm alert) of witnessing a domestic dispute family affair style with one of the neighbors on my street. I dutifully called 911 who … Continue reading
Librarians to the Rescue.
My Pastor hands me an envelope which has his home address written on it in pencil. It is addressed to “The girl going to Thailand” in a shaky hand. There … Continue reading
Start a New Year, Whenever You Want.
Dear Me (and You), Sitting in the cubicle your fingers twitching with the monotony as you pen repetitive emails over and over and over again; “please let me know of … Continue reading
Faith. (Giving Thanks)
Faith. When doors are opened, opportunities waiting and adrenaline flying because you know you’re on the right path and the dots are connecting; it’s very easy to keep the faith. … Continue reading
Answer to Prayer
I got the job! I will be a (temporary) New Yorker again. And by New Yorker, I am residing out on “Loooong Eyeland”. By the ocean. With space and a … Continue reading
No, You’re Mean! (A Sweet Thailand Memory)
One of my legacies as an English teacher for the SOLD kiddos may be how effectively I taught the meaning and pronunciation of the word ‘mean’. The kids loved it. … Continue reading
Worth Keeping
The past year has been spent living between two worlds where I am the same person but different parts of myself can flourish and be nourished. I am looking forward … Continue reading
