Some things I’ve done

Trying to recall the last time I did a meme, and it might be as long ago as 2003. Egads. I’ve seen this one around a lot, but most recently at Becca’s blog. I’ve got a bunch of posts stewing in the juices of my addled brain but too little time to actually write this [...]

Nobody but mama puts baby in the corner

It’s amazing how fast the house can go from tidy and peaceful to chaotic and cluttered with towering piles and overflowing boxes and baskets. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been tackling one small area at a time, and working with the other members of the family on developing a daily maintenance practice. It’s amazing [...]

Why wear goggles in a shit storm

So much for not holding my breath. My chest is so tight the last two weeks, I feel as if my lungs are full of wet wool. I do a lot of deep breathing when I remember, or when I realize that my pounding headache is likely due to a lack of oxygen. I keep [...]

Coming out of the bunker

I know it’s been as quiet as a tomb around these parts, but I’ve been holding my breath for the last few months. I forgot what it feels like to draw in the air around me and fill my lungs to capacity. I keep having to remind myself to suck it in and let it [...]

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