Day 49 of 366

This "no" thing is a lot harder than it looks. Maybe some of it is my obsessive need to make everyone happy, or maybe it's the guilt I feel when I can see that my "no" has disappointed someone. Whatever it is, the last seven weeks haven't been easy. And yet, I'm saying it. I'm … Continue reading Day 49 of 366 →

Day 31 of 366

If I had only known. If I had only known that it would be the last real conversation. The last real hug. The last real “I love you, sweet pea.” If I had only known that he’d go home and slip into what would become the longest 27 days of mom’s life—the longest 21 of … Continue reading Day 31 of 366 →

Day 30 of 366

Before Christmas, we had a potluck at work. I chose not to participate. At first, I antagonized over whether or not I should participate. Then, I felt guilt for not wanting to participate. But I also knew that I would feel worse if I did participate and not finish everything else on my to do … Continue reading Day 30 of 366 →

Day 13 of 366

Have you ever read the story of the prodigal son? It's Luke 15:11-32, and to recap it quickly: A man has two sons. The younger son comes to him and requests his inheritance to which his father agrees. The younger son goes off, wastes the money, and a famine envelops the country. He is left … Continue reading Day 13 of 366 →

Day 10 of 366

I've always thought my greatest fear was something superficial, like snakes or high places. I vividly remember the time I was playing outside of my grandparents' house and a baby snake slithered up near me. Thankfully, it was exterminated rather quickly. I've also never been a huge fan of heights. I love the view and … Continue reading Day 10 of 366 →

Day 2 of 366

Well, I had my first opportunity to practice saying no. It happened around 2am. The dreaded middle of the night “mom” cry, the smell of vomit down the hall, and a lovely mess to clean. Thankfully, Daniel was awake, and we were able to tag-team. He bathed the kid; I cleaned the vomit. Goodness, did … Continue reading Day 2 of 366 →

Day 1 of 366

“This will be my year.” Don’t we say that every year? Or some version of that? I’ll lose the weight. I’ll get control of the finances. I’ll do this. I’ll do that. We make these lofty goals, with no plan in place to reach them. Years ago, the idea of a “word” for the year … Continue reading Day 1 of 366 →

The Journey Begins

What better way to document my adventure to finding balance than one of my favorite outlets? I hope you will join me as I embark on one of the hardest, yet what I believe will be the most fulfilling journeys of my life. Here's to learning how to say 'no', so that I may say … Continue reading The Journey Begins →