During the Saturday afternoon rush to ready my house for guests, I walked into a wall with a table. The result was a fat lip which was far too tender to attempt to cover up with lip color. My looks were blessed with wild hair today rounding out the … [Continue reading]
Spiritual snorkeling
YaYa's God Parents gave him a mask and snorkel after repeatedly hearing the word "dunk" used in reference to his upcoming baptismal ceremony. It was one of the many gifts he was showered with tonight. More than that, he was showered with love: lots … [Continue reading]
Off like a herd of turtles
The alarm sounded but I didn't leave my bed after turning it off. Instead, I stayed put and watched the trees sway outside my window. It's was nice to not have to worry about being on schedule. I took my time getting ready and, after a long while, I … [Continue reading]
drink it in
Have you ever noticed how babies seems to drink in the world around them? They take it all in with as much intensity as drinking the milk that nourishes their body. As they grow they are taught how to focus which, in turn, teaches them to block out … [Continue reading]
medal of honor
A lot of medals have been draped around my neck in the past years. Some are more special to me than others. For some, it is the design that makes them special. Others, it is more about the race and my performance that makes the medal a medal of … [Continue reading]