Almost twenty-six years ago, I jumped on a white steed with my handsome prince and galloped off to destinations yet unknown. I was young, naive and blissfully unaware what I was getting myself into. Yes, I was in love, and yes, I wanted to spend my life with him, but honestly, I had NO idea Read More
Daily Battles
Sitting here with time on my hands I feel compelled to write. I would like to share something earth shattering, but I have no such wisdom. Today, well, today I only have the reality of what life post-accident is truly like. My gratitude over being rescued from death has not diminished, but daily I must Read More
For We Walk Not Alone
According to my mother, I was pretty much born independent. Even in the cradle I wanted to do things my way, by myself. Independence is not necessarily a bad trait, but it becomes a problem when pride enters in and prevents us from asking for help. I really despise asking Read More
First…He Belonged to Christ
After the accident at UMC Brackenridge Tuesday, December 20, my baby boy, Chris, is scheduled for surgery. He suffered a torn meniscus, resulting from the car accident we were in last month. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t a little anxious. He may be 15, but he is my baby and I Read More
Recovering to Run
Awakening after the car accident one of my first questions was, “when can I run again?” Running is not just something I do, it is very much a part of who I am. I run for fitness. I run for mental clarity. I run to feed my competitive nature but most importantly I run for Read More
The Princess Speaks
November 19, I embarked on a journey known as the Warrior Dash. This journey was several months and some severe arm twisting in the making. When I first read about the 3.1 hellish mile, 12 obstacle course, I thought, “sign me up!” What I really meant was, “wonder who loves me enough to agree to Read More