Blood Bank

Health update...time again for another round of blood work to check A1C level, cholesterol and such. I truly don't mind being stuck with a needle, yes the initial prick is not fun but it's never really bothered me much.  What does suck is that I have to fast for 12 hours prior to the test … Continue reading Blood Bank

Mother Appreciation Day

I know, Mother's Day isn't for another month but I have an urge to post about this now so...deal with it. =P There are a few Mothers in my sphere of influence (friends and such) who have stepped up to the plate of Motherhood extraordinaire. A FORMER STEPMOTHER who fights for the rights of a … Continue reading Mother Appreciation Day

Directness to a Fault

I can't think of a time in my life where I wasn't as direct as possible in communicating.  Often, there is praise for it and people seem to appreciate it even though sometimes it's dripping with sarcasm =P  it just sneaks out.   Sometimes, I'll fully admit, my ability to communicate my thoughts hits a wall … Continue reading Directness to a Fault