60 Clear as Mud Moments

“Finally,” I said to myself. “I have a moment.” Smiling, I chuckle to myself and say, “Actually, I have about 60 moments, if each moment is a minute long.” Then I shake my head, proving (yet again) that I am a dork.

This week has been crazy. I look at the calendar, and I see too many commitments and too many deadlines. I get up and head to the bedroom, where I find laundry baskets filled with dirty clothes. Continue reading “60 Clear as Mud Moments”

What a bunch of bananas

A fact about my family is that we eat bunches of bananas. No, we don’t eat the bunches in one sitting, though I am guessing we could if challenged; but, we do eat several bananas a week.

Do you like bananas? How do you eat your bananas? Have you had a peanut butter and banana sandwich? If not, try it. (Though, please do not try it if you have a peanut allergy.)

My youngest loves peanut butter, jelly and banana sandwiches. Yes, all three on one sandwich. Come to think of it, I don’t remember the last time he had a plain peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Continue reading “What a bunch of bananas”

Alone in a conversation of silence

The sun is up, its rays starting to slip through the blinds, gently lightening the room. The smell of fresh brewed coffee fills the air, mixing with the morning conversations. She is surrounded by friends, yet she feels alone.

True, there is a history of drama prior to trips. The packing, the cleaning, the caring for the kids creates tension within her. She tries to keep it inside, but more often than not – the tension breaks out, spewing anger everywhere. Continue reading “Alone in a conversation of silence”