There are times in my life when things have aligned in such a way that I had no other option than to acknowledge God's hand in the thing. My career is one of those things. Years ago, when I was a senior in high school, I blew out my right knee. I have gnarly scars …
Catch up…
I can't believe how fast this year is rolling. Work has been crazy busy and I haven't found much time to write lately...personally or here at the blog. So, buckle up, it's going to be a whirlwind update. First, Cathy. She's doing well. She has had one shot a month for three months. Next month …
Souvenir
In addition to the Savannah Bee Tupelo Honey I brought back from our Mother's Day trip last weekend, I seem to have brought home a nasty head cold as well. Super fun times! I started feeling like crap on Tuesday, by Wednesday I knew something was up for sure and Thursday I went to the …
Tough decisions…
The last little bit has been rough. We've been waiting on second opinions from a variety of doctors for Cathy's tumor removal and prognosis. We've met with a second pulmonologist (who has finally ordered a PET scan, for which I am thankful) and we met with a thoracic surgeon. The pulmonologist confirmed what the first …
Spring renewal…
I used to believe that fall was my favorite time of year, and in many ways it still is. Sweater weather is great after a grueling summer of heat and humidity, especially here in the south. But more and more, I have come to love spring. Watching all the things come back to life. The …
Happy New Year – 2025
A new page in a blank chapter. Nothing excites me more. On a rare occasion, a blank page might cause me a little anxiety. Sometimes it causes "writer's block" where I just sit and stare at the blank page because I don't know where to start, but that doesn't happen often, and it isn't happening …
2024 comes to a close…
I have spent the last hour rereading all my 2024 posts. Which tells me a few things. It really was a great year with so many amazing nuggets and blessings; and I didn't post enough. Once upon a time I wrote nearly every day. Life wasn't quite as busy in those days, and I appreciate …
Nostalgia and failing eyesight…
I absolutely LOVE a good nativity scene. It's probably my favorite decoration I see when I visit others' houses this time of year. It is a reminder of why we're here, celebrating Christmas in the first place. Years ago, maybe somewhere around 2006'ish Provo Craft (which doesn't even exist today) had a lovely little 11-piece …
Shrinking Shay 