Weathering the Storm

Annah ElizabethFamily, Happy Happens ™, Mental Health3 Comments

Happy Sunday, Journeyer! Much of this past week was spent worrying and fretting over  my workplace saga. The sort of stress that brings with it interrupted sleep, headaches, and queasy stomachs. But here’s the thing I learned on Friday: We are always supported, no matter what. I have a solid performance history, but I couldn’t help but feel anxious about … Read More

Oh, God Kinds of Goodness

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Every once in a while you find a place, that special place that seems to have it all.We recently found such a treat, several such delights, actually.On our trip to Emerald Isle, North Carolina.Warren and me.Alone.           On vacation. For the first time in twenty-some years. No friends, family or children… Just each other and oceans of discovery in front of … Read More

Waves of Bliss

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We spent last week in a blissful state by the shore. Gentle breezes, mid-to-upper-80s, family, friends, seafood, surf… All play and no work makes Jill a happy girl. We all need a day (or two or seven) now and again to recharge our bodies, our lust for life, our creativity… The time away was one of the few vacations where … Read More

Thankfully, Life Isn’t Static

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Across the road from where I sit, the street light flickers on and off, as it has been since our arrival three days ago. “Dumbledore’s there,” I joked, “watching over us.” I am at the beach. On vacation. With family and some close friends. On Thursday, my friend and I treated ourselves to manicures and pedicures before beginning the process … Read More