After this past month’s wonderful adventures and a very decadent Thanksgiving (think: Maggie’ Pineapple Casserole, I’m not surprised that I have packed on a few extra pounds. The only thing is that in this post-FBC period, yo-yo = no-no.
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Three Things – Henry James
'Tis the Season: Market and Fruit Picking Pack
I love the holidays for a myriad of reasons: the colors (reds and greens), the smells (wood burning in a fireplace and cinnamon), the music (Finally Five is ALL about Jingle Bells already!), the thoughtfulness. I love finding unique and special gifts to give. I am not one to give practical gifts. Well sometimes. But… Continue reading 'Tis the Season: Market and Fruit Picking Pack
Packing Plans: Carrying On for Five Days
Today, the HOTY, Finally Five and I are leaving for New York. I’m super excited! It will be a combination of work and fun, which is my favorite way to travel! For as long as I can remember, I have done everything in my power to avoid checking a bag. There is something about the… Continue reading Packing Plans: Carrying On for Five Days
Flying – Bill Bazan
Value of the F-bomb
I received this beautiful gift in the mail yesterday (Silver Lining). Yes, it is an F-bomb. Literally. As many of you know, since the time of my diagnosis, I have dropped quite a few F-bombs. They fly out much more freely during times of high stress (e.g., hospitalizations, laying on the bathroom floor, visits from… Continue reading Value of the F-bomb
Tolerance of Uncertainty – Rachel Remen
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words Just when I thought that life was really back on track and FBC was gaining more and more distance from our lives, our daughter (a.k.a. Finally Five) dropped a big fat reminder that FBC is still at the forefront of her mind (even though she hasn’t talked about… Continue reading A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
Churchill's Enthusiasm – Winston Churchill
Sunday Snapshots: A Glorious Thanksgiving Weekend!
It has been an absolutely glorious and joyous gratitude-filled Silver Lined weekend spent with family, friends, flowers and sunsets. Hope yours has been the same!