A Bitter Disappointment

Almost two years. That’s how long I’ve been looking forward to this weekend. That’s when my mom and I learned of the Mississippi River Readers Retreat. A retreat with some of our favorite authors? Yes please! We signed up and made plans for a long...

A Hospital Adventure

Last week I shared something on social media. It was a mini blog post that I wrote after receiving some abnormal test results. This is what I wrote: Life with chronic illness is unpredictable. Sometimes the things we go through are truly scary, but other times we’re...

The Joy and Grief of Christmas

I love the Christmas season. I love the twinkling lights and the decorations, the jolly and joyful spirits. I love snowmen and trees and childhood glee. Just the thought of Christmas fills my heart with delight. Even as I write this, Christmas music is blaring. for...
Once in a Blue Moon

Once in a Blue Moon

You’ve heard the phrase once in a blue moon before, right? A blue moon is the second full moon in a single month. It isn’t actually blue, but it is fairly rare. That’s where the phrase comes from. It means something rare is happening. Something to take note of. I’m...