So Out of Character

So I did something completely out of character and I packed up the family, drove to South Dakota, and spent a weekend away. It was G's birthday and so I signed him up for a 7 mile trail run in Spearfish, SD to make him feel empowered. Well, the definition of trail run in Spearfish is different than what we in Colorado call a trail run. My poor husband ran through the finish line after climbing Look-Out Mountain, which he nearly fell off, gashing his leg in the mean time. Happy Birthday and I love you honey! After showers and lunch, we made our way to Mount Rushmore. The sky was blue, the day was beautiful, and the patriotism was remarkable. I have seen it before, but not like this and not with Little & G. It is hard to imagine how 400 people could create such a remarkable monument to 4 of the greatest men who lived. Moving back toward Spearfish, we made a detour through Bear Country, a drive through animal sanctionary. It was incredible to have these mighty animals as close as they were. We saw elk, deer, wolves, buffalo, and so many bears. They just roam around and sniff your car and play in their own environment. We walked through the Babyland and saw the newest additions.

With our day nearly done, we headed off to Deadwood for a wine tasting (I bought several bottles) and G's birthday dinner. We had an amazing time and want to do more of these. Our cell phones did not work, making the entire weekend all about the three of us - just the way we like it.

August is the month for Angels

On August 25, 1990 I gave birth to a baby girl. A month later, I turned 18. A month after that, I buried my daughter who died at 2 months and 4 days old from a rare disorder that attacked her intestines. There is nothing as devastating as burying a child. I remember this as I discover that the beautiful little girl who died in Grand Junction over the weekend was the daughter of someone I knew before my life was permanently altered. I cannot remember what anyone said to me while I mourned and I cannot imagine what anyone could say to someone during such a devestating time in their lives. All I can say is that my heart breaks for the family. That I hope they find peace and comfort in something that provides some sort of solace.

Cannot

I cannot sleep and so here I am and I cannot write. I have been working a lot and school keeps me busy and I am walking almost regularly and I cannot sleep.

Pimples, PMS, & The Pill.....

So, I have been pretty up and down these past few weeks, though you would not know it since I am still not writing on a regular basis. Somehow, I have lost my focus, my drive, and my "yes" around my job and have allowed the worst of the worst get into my head. I have allowed these demons to impart their drama into my daily life, leading me to chase my tail - which I hate to do! Luckily, I have two of the very best mentors in the whole world and they have worked extra hard to keep me level. I think I have to assign some of my craziness to the fact that I, at 37 years old, am back on THE pill. So now I am taking medication to counter my blood sugar, replace my dead thyroid,and keep my girl parts in working order. FABULOUS! Did I mention that my face is also breaking out like a 16 yr old girl while PMSing? Fun, Fun.....