She has been dominating my every thought as of late. I feel like it’s because this time of year sends me the haunting flashbacks of the moments that changed my life forever. It just feels like she’s everywhere in my head these past few days. I have moments where she’s still present, fresh in my … Continue reading Lea, 33, Diagnosis: Lung Cancer…Stage 4
Author: thehopefulpessimist
I'm an overextended mom and very likely a dismal wife ;) ! Writing seems to have taken on the role of therapy for me after an 'interesting' couple of years that I never saw coming. I elicit somewhat 'sweary' moments and utilize dark humor and sarcasm on top of all the coffee I consume just to get through the day. No longer blissfully oblivious, I can no longer keep my mouth shut....someone help me LOL! I am truly an introvert at heart, but my compassion for human beings has forced me out into this big scary world to share my story, in the hopes of maybe helping just one person realize they are not alone.
Free Range Children…Forget it…I’m Learning Lessons the Hard Way
Valuable lessons of the past I think that most of us can attest to having a decent childhood, despite not having our parents or an adult leading everything and engaging at every possible moment. I'm betting that your fondest memories don't include an adult hovering over you! The anecdotes of our past have provided us … Continue reading Free Range Children…Forget it…I’m Learning Lessons the Hard Way
Free Range Children, Red Rover and Other Novelties of the Past That I Wish They’d Bring Back: Act 2
Experts, manuals and all the advice When Clem and I became parents, we were completely unaware of the many manuals on child rearing, not to mention the insane amount of advice offered about parenting everywhere you looked or went. I'd read the lists of things recommended and felt overwhelmed. It's hard enough to have a … Continue reading Free Range Children, Red Rover and Other Novelties of the Past That I Wish They’d Bring Back: Act 2
Free Range Children, Red Rover and Other Novelties of the Past That I Wish They’d Bring Back: Part 1
I am thoroughly enjoying a hot cup of coffee and waiting for my front door to be kicked open by my loving and wonderful daughters. I know they'll be here any second, clamoring over one another while announcing the adventures of their day at deafening decibel levels at the same time. Oh, and don't forget … Continue reading Free Range Children, Red Rover and Other Novelties of the Past That I Wish They’d Bring Back: Part 1
Birthday Wishes and Butterfly Kisses
We have been busy preparing to celebrate another birthday in our crazy little family soon! Our not so little Caelan will be another year older, and we are very thankful to be celebrating with her. We cherish every single birthday around here because you just don’t know how many you’re going to get. So, light … Continue reading Birthday Wishes and Butterfly Kisses
The Hopeful Pessimist 