where there is smoke.
I struggled with writing this one. Likely because I don’t want to create a label for a kiddo. However, it is probably important for someone out there to know that this is something that happens. I know I really make…
thanksgiving.
We’ve made it to Thanksgiving. I’m not cooking, I haven’t cooked for Thanksgiving in several years. Instead, I place an order at BJ’s Catering and let them handle the job! So later this afternoon hubby and I will be heating…
cell phones don’t float.
The double bed sleeping was a big fat fail. Most likely, because I’m a spoiled process with a very nice king size mattress at home. Hubby fell out of the bed once and spent the rest of the night involved…
Vacation?
First rule one should never forget… Holidays = trauma behaviors It is almost Thanksgiving. I live in a home filled with children that have, for whatever reason, been separated from their birth families. No matter the circumstances that got them…
The right fighter.
I love a little conflict with breakfast. It’s why Bestie gives me all the angry emotional jobs at the office. The ones that have potential to turn aggressive are the ones I get nominated for. The fact that she feeds…
The laundry fairy.
I do approximately 100 loads of laundry in a month. Yes, really. It’s crazy, but I have issues that prevent me from letting anyone else touch my washer and dryer. Yes, I know that is also crazy. I own my lunacy.…
AWOL comes in waves.
After days of looking, my wandering/awol friend has turned up in Detroit. He was located somewhere near the 9th precinct, which, as it’s been explained to me, is someplace I don’t want to be. How did they find him? I’m…
Going out for some air
If you haven’t noticed, Michigan needs more foster homes. Not only is there a need for foster homes, there is an even greater need for foster homes that will accept teenagers. I know what you’re thinking… Holy crap, your life…
I’m still learning.
Like most of us, I spent plenty of time in Middle School and High School worried about what other people thought of me and questioning my value and ability. At least I think thats what happens to most people. If…
COVID Unicorn no more.
MCGC State Finals weekend, from now on better known as the gift that kept giving. Being I had such a memorable time with all my obedient children in Saginaw, (see my last post), it’s only fitting to finish that out…
