The insidiousness of isolation is that it does not happen suddenly. It comes on slowly; creeps like a fog in the night and envelopes you in an impenetrable blindness without your notice. At least, that is my experience. Choosing the... Continue Reading →
We started our new academic year a couple of weeks ago with a gradual start. We start out with just one or two subjects and just gradually add another course or two each week. Only Sparkles and Middle Boy are... Continue Reading →
Last night my sweetie and I went out together. He had some shopping to do and I just needed to get dishwasher detergent and salt water taffy. I forgot the detergent but did remember the taffy...my ability to focus lately... Continue Reading →
My family decided to go to church this past Sunday. The two youngest ones met me in the driveway as I pulled in from work. I had intended to wish them well and take a nap in a nice quite... Continue Reading →
Sometimes this past week seemed really long yet the days flew by in a blur. Two occurrences made the days pass slowly. My husband had meetings most of the week that kept him from spending his lunch hour with us.... Continue Reading →
I just drank a pina-colada the size of a rainstorm so this might be a bit rambly. You've been warned. Well, the drink was mostly pineapple juice. Vitamin C for the day (or possibly the week)--all taken cake of. I indulged... Continue Reading →
We took a break from school this week while my mother was visiting for Sparkles' procedure. Tomorrow is our first official full day of school for the new year. All of the books and baskets are organized and ready for... Continue Reading →
Today we finally learned the name of Sparkles' nemesis: Ulcerative Colitis. We still need to wait for lab results to confirm. However, her doctor was certain enough to give us paperwork to read and prescribe medicines to begin her treatment.... Continue Reading →
in pursuit of wild things 