How often do we think about others and put ourselves on the back burner? How often do we say I will worry about my health, appearance, happiness tomorrow? My kids and spouse come first, and I'll take care of me next. But what happens when you're next just doesn't arrive? As women, we do this far …
One Last Cry…Maybe?
I'm having a moment today, and the tears are streaming down my entire existence. It is happening more and more, and I can't control it, so I figure let me put on a sad song and look at old pictures so I can really enjoy my cry. It seems like at least once a week …
You Can’t Rescue The Boy In The Man “Part 2”
You Can’t Rescue The Boy In The Man “Part 1” There he lay in his bed, waiting for the sunlight to come through his window. The sun gave him hope and security. Nothing terrible ever happened to him when the sun was out, at least not yet. It was around 8:30 when he washed all the dried blood …
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You Can’t Rescue The Boy In The Man “Part 1”
All I remember is it being deathly silent on the phone. I thought she had fallen asleep. So there I lay on the couch under the covers in a slightly dark room with only the light sound of the t.v. going. By this time it was 2 o'clock in the morning, and we started our conversation …
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Let The Weightloss Begin
I refuse to lose this Holiday Season! I know what you are thinking, it's only August "so why I am thinking about the holidays"?. Well, I"ll tell you why. Because I like food and I can't wait to start making my Halloween meals and goodies and then roll right into the Thanksgiving and Christmas Season. …
Why Coming From a Broken Home May Be Better Than Living In One “Part 2″
Sometimes you have to take a step back and reflect over the things you desired to change as a child and make a conscious decision to not let history repeat itself. It's not easy to walk away from someone you love and let go of what you want the relationship to be. Allowing yourself to let …
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Creamy Mushroom and Shrimp Pesto Sauce Over Linguine
I have a recipe that will keep you coming back for more. This dish will give you all the flavors in one pot. MAKES 6 SERVINGS PREPARATION TIME: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 can Pesto Sauce 2 cups mushrooms 1 box linguine pasta 2 bags shrimp (40-60 or more) salt pepper olive oil 1 cup parmesan cheese …
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Why Coming From a Broken Home May Be Better Than Living In One “Part 1”
Marriage isn't easy. Learning to live with someone that is most likely the exact opposite than you can be quite challenging. Then things start to get really interesting when we throw finance, kids, and outside interference in the mix. When we mix all of those ingredients together, it can be a formula for disaster, or …
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The Day I Fell In Love “Part 2”
The Day I Fell In Love “Part 1” I felt so light on my feet and thought I was going to tumble over. Somehow I managed to stand firm, but just like that, it was time for me to get back to the game and pretend to be interested in cheerleading. I was so ready to …
The Day I Fell In Love “Part 1”
Totally out of my comfort zone and looking and feeling like an idiot so I started to walk
