On December 23, 2017, my mom passed over into eternity. Although this is technically my second Christmas without her, it still feels fresh. I’ll never buy her another gift. The whole family won’t ever be together again at the holidays. Christmas cheer and joy to the world. Peace on earth goodwill to man. These are the emotions this season is ...
There have been so many things happen lately that make me feel helpless. Things that happen to me or to the ones I love that make me ask in utter desperation, “What can I do?” The PARCC assessment tests and the Common Core (don’t get me started on the Common Core) are a couple things that come to mind. Loved ...
I worked in the medical transcription field for a few years in the area of podiatry, which includes everything below the knee. Most of it was routine. Sprains and breaks from injuries. Plantar fasciitis. Surgeries for various things. One of the main treatments, especially following surgery or for plantar fasciitis, was physical therapy. PT. And they would tell them, “Go ...
Nothing hurts quite like a broken heart. This always seemed a bit strange to me because a broken heart is not even a tangible thing. It’s strictly emotional. I broke my foot a few years back but didn’t know it was broken. I walked on it for 5 weeks before I finally broke down and had it checked out. It ...
"Do you know what I love most about myself?" If someone said those words to you, you might be tempted to think they're a little arrogant. But I'm starting to see it a little differently... ...