Life

When I was a kid, my angels told me happiness was the key to life. So I jumped on the bed with them and I was happy (even though jumping on the bed was against the rules). One day I got in trouble for jumping on the bed and I was told you can't hear angels let alone jump around with them. So, I stopped jumping and the angels stopped talking and eventually they disappeared all together. When I got to school, I was asked what I wanted to be when I grew up. I remembered my angels and I answered, "I want to be happy." The teacher told me I didn't understand the question. I questioned what part of life she didn't understand.

Throw it out Thursday

OK so admittedly, I'm not the typical blogger. I don't have a theme. I'm not on a mission. Frankly, I don't give a crap about "monetizing" my blog. Sure money is great, but it doesn't buy happiness. Money buys stuff. Lots of stuff. And at some point, I realized that stuff doesn't really make you happy. That's why I'm dedicating Thursdays to throwing things out. Clever, I know. Here's the kicker... it's not just trash day. It's really not about going through my possessions and getting rid of shoes that are outdated, clothes that don't fit, or toys that are outgrown. Today is about throwing away all kinds of things that are no longer of service to me. It's about getting rid of all the clutter - physical, mental, social, emotional - so there is more room to appreciate what's really important to me. Life.

5 year Immunizations

After several minutes of arguing with Puff's "new" pediatrician, I gave up and initialed the chart indicating she would be vaccinated against chicken pox. 30 minutes after the injection she was still screaming that her arm hurt. Not complaining, noooo that would be manageable. Ear-piercing screams that hit parts of my brain that I didn't even know existed. All this from the rough and tumbled, tree-climbing, fearless adventurer. Up and down all night. Come on, this was NOT in the list of side effects. Lucky me. Another sleepless night is one more added bonus to all the other things going on. Next day will be better, right? Night turns to day and now she has the low grade fever with chills, no appetite, and aches from head to toe. Turned down taking the dog for her morning walk. I know this is real and I'm torn! Must give her hugs and kisses now because I have to leave her for a little while to do things for other family members that need my support. A quick shower and a self pep talk then kisses for Puff, Copper and Schmoo and I'm off to practice unconditional love.