And I wonder why I’m exhausted
Tara Choate Today (Sunday, day of rest) I have done the following: Got up Walked the dogs Got my haircut Picked up an item at the store Went to pet store (twice,…
Other Life Stuff
How to create a meltdown – 2nd edition
Almost a year ago, I wrote this blog post. Today, having a similar day and mentally writing about it all day, I looked it up. I was surprised it was…
The myth of catching up
I had a goal this weekend. I was going to catch up and then get some painting done, taking advantage of the energy I felt coming off Margaret Godfrey‘s workshop.…
Un-caped crusader?
I have a sometimes exhausting list of things I am protesting. Frankly, even I get lost sometimes. Here’s a short list of the top issues: Puppy mill pets (dogs, cats,…
Confused about my fairy tale identity
Tomorrow a handy person arrives to do some minor home repairs. Yes, they are minor… but I still want them done the way I want them done. The difficulty in…
No, I haven’t disappeared
It’s been almost a month since I posted, which since starting this blog, is the longest I’ve ever taken a break. I have no real reason just lots of excuses.…
The great crunchy lentil soup debacle
Last week was not a week I wanted to write about. I just feel lucky I survived it. The bruises, burns, and injuries will take longer to heal; the food…
Via Survey – My best qualities
A few months ago, Weight Watchers did a “Get Happy” campaign. They suggested this survey from Via and I took it. I actually think the results are pretty accurate, though…
The couch edition
I have a friend who loves pictures of couches. Not lovely, Pinterest-worthy pictures. But dark, blurry pictures of people sitting in dim rooms smiling for a snap shot while sitting…