I'm kind of obsessed with fire. Not arsonist obsessed, just interested. Perhaps drawn would be a better word, for it. How do you perceive fire? Is it a force of energy that creates more than it burns? When someone is on fire, or sparking, they are blasting out this energy that is tangible, and we … Continue reading Fire – Destructive or Constructive?
Month: February 2010
Caregiver
I don't know about you, but some days I feel like I take care of EVERYTHING! I understand that I take on a lot of responsibility for planning, budgeting, organizing and generally making things work, but sometimes, I really feel like I want someone to take care of me. Most of the time, I recognize … Continue reading Caregiver
In Honor of Q – 5 Things He Has Taught Me
Cancer and numerous miscarriages were not enough to keep us apart. He completes our family beautifully.Childbirth & raising children are unique experiences regardless of how large your family may be.Perhaps I should honor and respect my body as much as he does - his favorite touchpoint is my belly button.Nothing begins the day better than … Continue reading In Honor of Q – 5 Things He Has Taught Me
The Albany Art Room
Yesterday we celebrated Quinn's 5th birthday at the Albany Art Room on Madison Avenue. This was Quinn's first "real" birthday party and I think everyone had a very good time. Quinn was as gracious as a 5 y/o can be, and there were no tantrums or crying - the definition of childrens' party success. If … Continue reading The Albany Art Room
Fumbling in the dark – missing the light
Usually, 2 mornings a week I go to the gym before school. On these days, I am so happy to be able to go directly home after school, that leaving the house by 5:25 doesn't seem too daunting of a task. Generally, I have my workout clothes ready to go in the bathroom and I … Continue reading Fumbling in the dark – missing the light
New Delaware Avenue Public Library Branch
I finally made it to the newly opened Delaware Avenue branch of the Albany Public Library on Monday. It is a bit embarrassing that, as a librarian, I missed the grand opening, but, we all do our best, know what I mean? Our visit on Monday was a mission to borrow a couple of books … Continue reading New Delaware Avenue Public Library Branch
Restaurant Nightmares
No, really, literal restaurant nightmares filled the hour this morning between 4 and 5 a.m. If you've worked in a restaurant perhaps you've had your own version. For me, they usually involve unexpected diners and a lack of necessary items such as menus, silverware, glasses, etc. The version that I experienced this morning was particularly … Continue reading Restaurant Nightmares
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