A hot shower can really jog the mental processes. Unfortunately tonight mine just whispered to me that I need to come up with more ways to come up with time. At least the kitchen is clean, so that is one less thing to worry about tomorrow. Oh, I also came up with ways to connect … More Showers
I’m pretty beat. Sure, part of it is work. But the better part is due to some pretty serious playing around with my kids. Basically from the time I picked them up until the little one needed to be out to bed almost two hours later is was just sheer fun but ones with daddy. … More Friday Night
I feel like I have two main sets of hobbies. There is reading and writing. Everyone can see how those link up. You read. You read enough, and maybe you want to tell stories yourself. Makes sense in a way. Those skills seem linked. And the. There are the other two. Writing (again) and strumming. … More Strumming and Writing
Today I was surprised with a rare day off. I’m taking full advantage. Tune in tomorrow for hijinks. Now, I’m going to curl up with a book and read until I get too sleepy.
This might have been more appropriate just before Valentine’s Day. Oh, well. 2 of Cups Yes, this card falls on the side of love. But that doesn’t necessarily mean new love. It can also signifier of being in a good relationship. Which begs the question, are we really speaking in terms of romance? How many … More Tarot Tuesday: 2 of Cups
It really is the small things that add so much delight. Our little girl, who is a few weeks shy of turning one, has seemed to know her name for a while now, but she picked up something new. Over the weekend we found out if we call her name she’ll raise here hands and … More A New Skill
The rain never really stopped today, but it did turn into a fine enough mist that we could almost ignite the damp. That was how the day went. Now it is at an end. Both kids are asleep, showers have been had, and I read u til my eyes felt heavy. Then, like remembering I … More Becoming a Habit
Having two tiny children is not the best plan if you want to stay current on movies. So, let’s talk Aquaman! Aquaman director: James Wan writers: David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Will Beall Quick Review: I enjoyed the heck out of this flick. A great little adventure story that was part adventure, part super hero and a dash of … More Grumpy Bird Review: Aquaman
It’s the time for love. That’s true, even if it isn’t romantic love. A challenge for today: Find someone you care for and just tell them they are important to you. A bigger challenge: Think if someone who makes your life difficult. Not someone toxic or harmful. Just a little difficult. What is something you … More Valentine’s
Part two of our discussion on “Write what you know.” You can find the first part here, where I write about the importance of research as well as grounded things in genuine experience. This is the one where I am a little worried, because I feel it is likely to bring out stronger feelings. Few … More Write What You Learn (2)
Deadly Troubadour 