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Healthy
Last year was such a difficult year that, when people would ask what good things happened, I couldn’t think of anything. But after some reflection, it turns out there were some good things that came out of the pandemic. First … Continue reading
The Un-Resume
Since I was laid off last June, I have applied for several jobs, but only got an interview for one. After that interview, I realized that it will take a special employer to hire me. I need to be fully … Continue reading
Lucky
Lately, several people have pointed out that our family was hit particularly hard by the pandemic. We certainly have had a string of misfortunes, no doubt about that, but it’s hard for me to accept that we were hit hard … Continue reading
2020—Year in Review
I feel like a train wreck is a suitable image for 2020. Oh, what a year! None of us will forget this one for a very long time. We all know the global craziness—the fires in Australia, the police killings … Continue reading
Reflections
Who is that girl I seeStaring straight back at me?Why is my reflectionSomeone I don’t know? It turns out the kids do well with school when Disney music is playing. The above lyrics are from Mulan, before the village girl … Continue reading
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Penance
After a week of sickness burning through our house like this year’s ever-present wildfires, Grace revisited the pediatrician today for another round of bloodwork. It was at her infectious disease doctor’s behest; he does not have the capability to do … Continue reading
Compromised
I saw a meme recently that said, “The reason parents are so stressed with the pandemic is we are constantly having to choose between our children’s physical and mental health.” Those words are painfully true. But for most, it’s not … Continue reading
Origins
I don’t remember how much of what happened last fall I posted here—not much, I think—but I’m sure I haven’t written about this yet. But, after my last post about how Grace has so much anxiety, it seemed fitting to … Continue reading
Hard Truth
I’ve been thinking about writing an honest post for a while. But honestly, everything is so depressing and hard that I haven’t really wanted to share our truth. And I don’t want or need anyone’s sympathy; life is hard for everyone these days and we will get through it no matter what. Continue reading
Isolation
As schools across the country wind down for the summer, parents everywhere are lamenting their children’s loss of normalcy. Children and teachers alike are distraught that they were unable to say goodbye face-to-face, unable to hug their friends as they … Continue reading
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