Not-so-random thoughts on random topics

Today, I marked another New Normal .   It was not a big deal to head to Mt. Rainier by myself.  It was an emotional deal.  I needed encou...

Seattle skyline Photo courtesy of Andrew Reddaway 07.25.13 It has been a glorious summer in Seattle.  Gorgeous sunsets and comfortabl...

I decided to be girly and paint my toenails sparkly silver.  As I enjoyed my moment of solitude, my memories went to the goofy 8-year old...

The dictionary says "to be victorious is an act of defeat, typically an enemy or opponent in a battle, game, or other."  What is ...

It has been said too many times that "things happen for a reason."  I don't completely agree with that statement.  I don't...

I am determined to engage in nothing but positive, meaningful, loving thoughts and activities for the next 72 hours.  And I am going to wri...

I stare at the blank screen, wanting to say something, yet unable to write anything. The cooler temperature for the past couple of days gav...