and my job is to toughen you up…said Dad’s belt or the back of his hand when he didn’t use words. The message was loud and clear one way or another that I so related to the song A Boy Named Sue. Father’s Day was the last time we had words between us. I was […]
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Do You Feel Like a Failure?
Do you think you are stupid? Dumb? You just feel like a failure and you can’t do anything right? Perhaps you’ve had a victory over something, but then something else sets you back 3-steps. You mumble a few choice words, throw the hammer, slam a few things and shout, “That figures! Nothing ever works for me.” It […]
Infertility: The Hope of Spring
Post #1 of my infertility series: The April walk around the reservoir was a perfect place to share the news with my family. A phone call would’ve been quicker, but there are some things that need to be said face to face. Or should I say, more fun if shared in person. After a few laps […]