The Wisdom of Shade

I didn't become a gatherer on purpose. But somewhere between the parking lot and mile two, it found me. Best thing that ever snuck up on me.

What I’m Celebrating Today

Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels.com I'll be honest. This Fourth of July has been harder for me than most. It's difficult for me to celebrate when so much about our country feels angry, divided, and fragile. But maybe Independence Day isn't a celebration that we've arrived. Maybe it's a celebration that 250 years … Continue reading What I’m Celebrating Today →

MAY FLIES IN JUNE — THAT IS A HARD NO

They hide in the grass. They hide in the trees. They hide on the boathouse. Basically, if a thing exists, there is probably a fly sitting on it. Then the moment you find the perfect place to squat... HERE THEY COME. Like somebody blew a whistle.

I Knew Better

I knew exactly what I was getting into — bruised toe, post-chemo stamina, zero patience for crowds — and went on Liddle S'kiddle's graduation trip anyway. By minute five of stop one, I'd already had what I can only call a senior brain seizure. Episode One of the chaos starts here.

The Return of Leg Shaving

Today I shaved my legs for the first time since last August. Not because I'm lazy. Well. Not entirely because I'm lazy. The real reason is that chemotherapy comes with both curses and blessings. One of the blessings? No leg hair. For ten glorious months, I have not shaved my legs. Not once. No balancing … Continue reading The Return of Leg Shaving →