For most of my life, I’ve danced along a duality. I’m biracial — my father is black and my mother is white. I’m an editor and a writer, and have always been unsure of which mind rules me. I love cats and dogs equally (except when Ladybird gets into the garbage). In high school, I… Read more »
This was a particularly good week for me as far as the Take Action Challenge goes. When it comes to hydration, I’m an A student. I drink at least 6 cups of water a day, plus 2 cups of tea. I would go so far as to say that I love water. Water with lemon… Read more »
Climbing the stairs has always been a challenge for me. It’s sad to say, because it seems like a simple act — I’m just walking up, right? — but anyone who enters a lobby needing to ascend levels and immediately seeks the elevator understands this. I even overheard it the other day from a man… Read more »
As I get older, I’ve found the last few days of each month to be a time of regret and guilt. It’s generally the busiest time in publishing, and I tend to be so wrapped up in my work that I completely neglect my personal goals. That 10 pounds I planned to lose last month… Read more »
Since my first blog entry, I’ve been a bit overwhelmed. The trouble is, however, I didn’t really notice until my esthetician asked me today when I saw her for a facial. I think I’ve become so good at being busy that I’m never really still. I can’t just sit and be. When I watch TV,… Read more »
I’m a mess. It’s January 30th, and I’m standing on frozen White Bear Lake with my husband, Kyle, and his friends, who are about to jump into the frigid water for the Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge. But I can’t jump — not because I’m afraid (although I’m not expecting to like jumping into a frozen… Read more »