You know those days that seem to never end and the list of frustrations seem to reach insurmountable heights? You stomp through the door at home with steam coming off the top of your head and irritation radiating from every pore. Regardless of whether you are the first one home or the last that loyal… Continue reading Laughter after a Long Day
There it is in the air, that rich pleasant bitter smell. There are hints of buttery nuts and soft mocha in the fragrance this morning. A deep inhale creates feelings of wakeful happiness. If we were having coffee I would tell you that a little while ago I read that coffee can reduce post-workout muscle… Continue reading Weekend Coffee Share: Mid-March
It is has been a long work day. You are painfully aware that there are no easy dinner options at home and the last thing that you want to do is spend the night in the kitchen. You and your significant other get home around the same time and the children come home starved and… Continue reading A Night of Thanks
The Penis Chronicles presents, “Sometimes you just don’t know what to expect!” This happened about two or more years ago, and it was one of those moments. It went like this: Mommy: How do you spell Owen? Son: O.W.E.N Mommy: What is Owen’s last name? Son: silence Mommy: Is it Owen Snuffle-up-a-gus. Mommy’s Inside Voice:… Continue reading Sometimes you just don’t know what to expect!
Giving thanks: a positive powerful tool. By Shari Marshall – 2019
Everyone has magic words that can brighten their day, and when those magic words come from that special person or persons the result is truly wonderful. For me, right now, I’m thinking of those days when I’m feeling cranky to the bone. It is the kind of cranky that has no logical explanation. This is… Continue reading Magic Words
The world around me is spinning, moving, and busy. Today, for the next few minutes, I’m going to shut it down and enjoy a few minutes just for me. I smile to myself as I slid into the tiny booth built for just two dinners. I order green tea as I slip a book out… Continue reading Solo
The smell of caffeine is rich in the air to the point that the air almost appears alive with it. I am thankful for the good feelings it stimulates and I am thankful to know that my first sip of coffee this morning is only a few moments away. If we were having coffee… Continue reading Coffee & Talk of Thanks
The solid weight of the book in your hand as you read that last page and close the back cover: the end. A thoughtful sigh escapes you as you replay the story in your mind. Then you are hit with the realization that you want more! It can’t end here! Your scramble to the section… Continue reading A reading thanks
It’s one of those mornings where the last thing you want to do is get out of bed, little lone get out of bed to exercise. Snooze gets hit one more time before you find the resolve to slip out of your warm nest of blankets. You move through the motions of your exercise routine… Continue reading Determination
Brewing Coffee, Twisting Words & Breaking Pencils 