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Life is full of many despairing concerns, those unwanted things discovered by watching the evening news. Often there is a glimmer of light surrounding us, sometimes we only see the darkness. But if you look hard enough the brightness may move you to tears.
Grief comes in stages, designed to assist as you adjust to the sadness that has come into your life. I remember the cloud I lived in for many...

Every year on December 7th our family does random acts of kindness in observance of Ryans birthday, allowing Ryans sweetness to live on... Over the past few years many have joined in paying it forward and my hope is for it to continue to bring joy to others on this day.
 
December 7, 1987 - February 23, 1993
Since losing Ryan in 1993 I have tried to find positive ways to share his story, his...

There is nothing my sister wouldn't do for me...
In August 2013 my sister had a tumor the size of a tennis ball removed from her brain. If you were one of the many that knew her before this, you were blessed to know this amazing, gifted and giving women that we are trying to get back. For those that didn't know her, let me enlighten you.
In my life, she was my biggest fan, always enchanted with...

I write about my life... those ups and downs, the bruises we all get and the suffering that happens, the messy stuff a lot of people like to hide, the real parts that make us who we are.
But there is still so much more...
There are days when the heartbreak is so raw, an open wound leaving me exposed to nothing but tears. Sadness so overwhelming I need to find a place of quiet to find the good,...

It is not just in the fairy tales, it can be your life too.
In order to have the happily ever after part you have to be willing to stay through the not so happily moments, the despairing and the unquestionably painful parts. Escaping our struggles or concealing them with drugs and alcohol is always an option. However, growth only occurs when we brave our emotions and stay true to ourselves. This will...

I stepped outside today to soak up any last remnants of the sun before it tucked itself away and darkness crept into its position.
So fleeting are the days when sunshine and warm temperatures embrace, emphasizing the beauty that envelopes us. The intense color that paints the scenery in a perfect harmony of crimson, amber and goldenrod.
Look up and witness the clouds as they gracefully drift by...

Goals, goals, goals...
We all need them, I am always seeking them, and love trying to reach and concur new ones. So here I go with another...
In the 10th month
Run 10 miles
10 times
100 miles in 30 days
10-01-14 ran 10 miles    (time 1:51:18 average pace 11:07 calories burned  1490)10-08-14 ran 10 miles   (time 1:50:06 average pace 11:00 calories burned 1487)10-10-14 ran 10 miles ...

I mostly run for fun... I really do, I enjoy running, I enjoy the therapy while I am running, and I enjoy the feeling of accomplishment when done. 
Last Saturday I ran the PAWS FOR THE CAUSE 5k. The night before I told my husband no wine for me, I plan to run as hard as I can tomorrow with no regrets. Many times when running a race I don't push myself and then regret wondering if I could have...

What are they for? Our brains are constantly developing, giving us memories to reflect upon and understand our lives, what delivers us joy and what dispenes pain. With both my mother and sister  dealing with difficulties from their brain injuries, it is something I continue to research.
As I observe the phases of dementia with my mother, certain patterns are distinguished in her actions and daily...

Pumpkin spice and everything nice, that is what fall is made of!
Its true... The fall colors, the crisp air and of course pumpkins are my favorite parts of fall! So why not enjoy those pumpkins throughout the season!
Starting with a couple of pie pumpkins I created this sweet fall decoration
First cut off tops and clean out pumpkins
after I cleaned and washed them they were ready for the...