Many, many moons ago I started this blog as a place to share my trip around Lake Superior. It was 2011 and I was taking a 9-day road trip with my hubby and dog around the greatest of Great Lakes before starting a new job in rural healthcare. It seems appropriate to be sitting near…… Continue reading Moving On
Pre-Orders Now Available
My advanced copies of my book Now What? Navigating Life After Loss arrived last week. At first, I couldn’t open the box. When I did, I was struck with panic. Then fear. And finally, a moment of relief. I started this story nearly 27-years ago when I lost my mom. Over and over again I’ve…… Continue reading Pre-Orders Now Available
Daring Greatly
The Rock kicked off the New Year by sharing this quote: “One day or day one.” Over the holidays, I re-read Daring Greatly. The timing seemed appropriate, given I’m launching a book that’s filled with stories about some of the toughest moments in my life and to say I’m feeling vulnerable is an understatement. That…… Continue reading Daring Greatly
2023 Intention
I entered 2022 with an intention of enough. To tackle my life from a place of abundance. To quit chasing the constant grind of more and recognize that perhaps I, and my life, are enough. This intention didn’t discount my hopes, dreams or desire to continue evolving – but I discovered over the past 365…… Continue reading 2023 Intention
Rule Breaking Elf
Elf on the Shelf always used to annoy me. As if, come December, I need a magical man running around my house making it a mess when I’ve already got a few of them living with me year-round. Last year, my amazing daycare really revved up the Elf and all his magic. It was great…… Continue reading Rule Breaking Elf
Favorite 2022 Book
Selecting my favorite read in 2022 is similar to picking my favorite pet, child (although I only have one), or friend. They all have a very special place in my heart. But, this year, I want to highlight a certain book that caught me off-guard and continues to play in the back of my head.…… Continue reading Favorite 2022 Book
Favorite Reads of 2022: Game Changers
Game changing may sound dramatic but I do believe the written word has the power to change lives. In this case, my life. This is by far the hardest list for me to compile, but these books without a doubt caused me to pause and question my why. These books challenged my way of thinking,…… Continue reading Favorite Reads of 2022: Game Changers
Keeping It Real
Thanksgiving marks the height of Deer Season in northern Wisconsin. Or, in our house, tree hunting. The 4th Saturday of every year, my family drives around the county forest looking for the perfect, imperfect Christmas Tree. I’ve come to accept that parameter, given the other two major parameters we’re seeking. Big – as in up…… Continue reading Keeping It Real
Favorite Reads of 2022: Series
In 2022 I pledged to read a bit more for fun. A few authors and their series made that exceptionally easy. I read a number of one-hit wonders, which you can see on my GoodReads account. But, in terms of series, these are a few of my new found favorites! The Eide Family Series by…… Continue reading Favorite Reads of 2022: Series
Favorite Reads of 2022: Truth Tellers
I just hit my Goodreads 2022 book goal! I was blessed to find some incredible reads this year and want to share them with you in case you are looking for the perfect gift for someone. I genuinely believe there is nothing better than being gifted a book in the long, dark, cold days of…… Continue reading Favorite Reads of 2022: Truth Tellers