Blogging from my heart in Boise, Idaho
After my breast cancer diagnosis 22+ years ago, I quickly learned what mattered to me prior in life was no longer important. And, what was not important took the front seat in being important. Let me give you an example. People rarely spell my name the way I do. Instead of Laurie, I get Lori,... Continue Reading →
Spring has arrived in Idaho with cloudy skies, rain, even snow when we least expect it. I woke up this morning at 4:37 a.m. and couldn’t go back to sleep. I think the rain is a distraction, but a welcome one. I just love the sound of the rain on my metal patio roof. I... Continue Reading →
I have been in one of those introspective moods that we find ourselves in more often than not. Well, at least that is when I'm having rodeo in my head! But, let’s get back to self-respect. What does that mean to you? What does it mean to me? How does it play in our lives?... Continue Reading →
We had a record setting warm February this year, falsely giving us here in Idaho hope for an early Spring. I was considering mowing my backyard before my vacation, my sage was greening up, bulbs around town were peaking from their planters, even some trees were budding out. Not to mess with Mother Nature, but... Continue Reading →
I follow @MichaelChatman on Twitter because he is the sort of positive I want in my life from people that make a difference. From following others, I learn to improve myself, to become a better person. I admire their ideas, their passion for the greater good, and their passion for spreading the word for what... Continue Reading →
I’m trying to get into the Christmas cheer thing this year. For some reason, I am just not feeling it. Don’t get me wrong, I have put deliberate thought in to what I am giving to friends, to my guy, to my family. But this year only a few decorations have been put out, the... Continue Reading →
I feel that the holidays compel us to stop for more than a moment, to take a deeper breath, and to show more gratitude than we do over the year that is slowly slipping away. At least we should be doing so and with intention. When I stop and think about intention, I am reminded... Continue Reading →
I have a confession to make. Sometimes I check what is trending on Twitter for laughs. Seriously, you should try it sometime! Sunday night was #ItWouldTakeAlotForMe has hilarious. #ItWouldTakeAlotForMe To give you that last slice of pizza Sub that last word for other food groups Chocolate Mexican food Cheese Shrimp You get the picture, and... Continue Reading →
Home Sweet Home. My tiny house in Garden City, a town that is surrounded by Boise. After being gone for a week back East, coming home was pure joy. It always is wonderful to arrive home, to be back again. Today it sank in even more as to that reason. The reason I chose Boise... Continue Reading →
Again, another week with another unnecessary drama from the White House. It would be amusing if the behavior was not so dangerous, provocative and disrespectful. Let’s start with patriotism. This word is all about loyalty and nationalism. The definition is devoted love, support and defense of one’s country, national loyalty. We love America and we... Continue Reading →
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