Whether basking atop a scenic plateau, or plodding the depths of a deep crevasse (both literally and figuratively), my life is an open book (well...mostly! A lady has to have a few secrets, eh?).

Why Do I Want to Keep a Blog? Excellent question! Years ago, I lost my first grandson and in an attempt to deal with my profound grief, I decided to embark on a healing journey: a long-distance hike on the Appalachian Trail. I began my first blog as a way to share my journey with friends and loved ones back home. It was then that I realized how satisfying maintaining a blog was. I really do enjoy writing!

Later, when I lost my son, followed shortly after that by my brother, I found that the blog afforded me a way to pour the overwhelming emotions I was feeling out into the universe. And I discovered that in sharing my own travails, others came forward. I realized that in being open and vulnerable, others didn't feel so alone. I understood that in a small way, I had the ability to lift the veil on mental illness, and maybe reduce the stigma just a bit.

For reasons I am unable to put into succinct words, I take joy in sharing my life. In fact, it's actually therapeutic for me, as affirmed by the doc who (tries to) help me to keep my head straight. So, I offer you a glimpse of the inner workings of my sometimes-addled mind. Perhaps I'll offer a description of some of my adventures and even misadventures. Maybe I'll take a walk down memory lane. There might be a recipe here and there. I'll even throw in a few photographs now and then, too.

Maybe I'll make you laugh, maybe I'll make you cry. Maybe I'll make you ponder, or reassure you that you're not alone in some of the insanity you might be experiencing.

In other words, I never know what will come forth when I sit down to write. Could be stream-of consciousness, could be a carefully crafted and meticulously honed entry.

Whatever comes forth, I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoy offering it.

Cheers! And happy trails.


Thursday, August 1, 2019

What's on Your List?

With the exception of The Really Big Stuff (marriage, family, career), I never paid much heed to what I wanted out of life...until harsh reality came crashing down with a vengeance I never imagined, and reminded me that tomorrow is never guaranteed..

 Once I made the decision to stick around, I made a vow to Ethan and Aiden: I told them, through the communication of my heart, that since they couldn't live, I would live more fully for all of us.

 And so I made a Bucket List. And I firmly believe that everyone should have one. It shouldn't take a tragedy to prompt you to do so. It's fun, and it's also a good way to really think about what you want. Having an actual list is a motivator. I made mine, and I've posted it here. Look for the link in the column to the right.

 And if any of you have the means, desire, wherewithal, or gumption to help me cross some of these items off my list (or better yet: join me and we'll do it together), let's go!!!

 Carpe diem.

 And tell me...what's at the top of your list? I genuinely want to know!
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