Détente
Known to those my age and older, détente is an easing of strained relations, for us the Cold War relationship between the US and the former Soviet Union. Forty years later, I am experiencing my own détente, and I have to say, it’s freakin’ me out a little....
Anticipation Is Keeping Me Waiting
They say nature abhors a vacuum. I believe it, because I have a vacuum in my life, and it irks me, no end. I did it to myself, though. I made a choice. I ended a relationship that had run its course, served its specific purpose. And now there’s this big, gaping...
Serenity first. Acceptance second. (a.k.a. Some things just yank my chain too damn much.)
For years, I’ve focused on the courage and wisdom parts of the Serenity Prayer. Courage to change the things I can. Wisdom to know the difference. Surprising to some, I dove into the courage part. It was something to *do*. I hid in action for a long time. Along...
I Don’t Want to Get Caught Taking Life for Granted
I’ve been hearing for the last several months that 2012 is going to be a transformative year. Mostly in the spiritual circles I hang out in, but not exclusively. My astrologer friends say it’s going to be a bumpy year, energetically, and those prepared to...
Famous Last Words
I have long said I would never home school my kids because it would end badly…likely with me in jail for murder. Several factors brought me to that conclusion, not least of which was Oldest Son’s public school experience which was – in a word –...About Me
So, I guess you have figured out that I’m opinionated. No, it’s true – I am. Just ask me. There are a handful of other things you should know about me so you can put this blog in context. Here they are.
