Why We Choose Anything Over Uncertainty

My son has always needed to know what’s coming next. When he was little we had to literally give him a step-by-step agenda of where we were going, what we were doing, and how long we’d be there. He needed the comfort of knowing what to expect. If he didn’t have that assurance he wasContinue reading “Why We Choose Anything Over Uncertainty”

It’s Not About Boxing

My husband and I recently saw “Creed III” in the theaters. It was enjoyable and matched a similar pattern to the Rocky films (don’t worry, I won’t give spoilers). You know the pattern – a boxer having an internal crisis ends up working it out in the boxing ring. That’s how I felt in affairContinue reading “It’s Not About Boxing”

Battling Resentment After an Affair

I watched a fantastic interview with Brene Brown today that sparked my curiosity around the root of resentment. I had always felt that resentment was an outcome of unresolved anger. And, perhaps to some degree it could be. But, Brene shared her theory that resentment forms out of our envy for another person. And, thatContinue reading “Battling Resentment After an Affair”

Loving Ourselves Better

I love Miley’s new song, “Flowers.” It’s short, it’s simple, and yet the point it makes is spot on. I know there is a lot of speculation regarding Miley’s subtext surrounding this song – was this a revenge song after her husband cheated on her? Who knows. But, the lyrics tell the story of aContinue reading “Loving Ourselves Better”

The View is Worth It!

Back in December of 2016, Steve and I spent a heavenly two weeks on two Hawaiian islands to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. The top activity on both of our lists to do while there was hiking – especially on beautiful Kauai island. This is the oldest of the Hawaiian islands, and one of theContinue reading “The View is Worth It!”

Out With the Old, In With the New

I have this funny little plant in my bathroom. Steve and I think we got it years ago when our daughter was having minor surgery. He kept it at his office for a long time, but now that he works from home so much it lives in our bathroom so it stays watered. I adoreContinue reading “Out With the Old, In With the New”

Don’t Let Your Emotions Take the Wheel

Years ago, our teenage daughter got us hooked on an MTV show called Catfish. As you can see from Urban Dictionary’s definition, this show follows hosts that help people find out if they are being “catfished” and who the “catfish” really is. It seems to be an emotional roller coaster for the victim as they find outContinue reading “Don’t Let Your Emotions Take the Wheel”

Unfollow for a Healthier Life

I unfollowed someone on Facebook recently. I’ve only used this nifty tool a handful of times over my 9+ years on Facebook, but each time I’ve appreciated the opportunity to keep a “friendship” while also keeping my sanity. You may relate to the dilemma I encountered – You have a friend on Facebook that youContinue reading “Unfollow for a Healthier Life”