This blog is the first I’ve written for myself in several months and it will be the first one my grandmother will never read. “B” as she was affectionately called by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, died last month at the age of almost 101. I’m pretty sure she’s read all my public blogs over the … Read More
Beer Can Burgers recipe
I don’t know many who don’t love a good burger, especially during the summer holidays. Just the right ratio of meat, veggies, cheese, and bun. The recipe we adapted this weekend just might become our new favorite and the method will likely replace our long-time favorite cheddar pepper burgers. I first learned the concept of … Read More
When life doesn’t change much when the world shuts down
Most who know me are well aware that I’m an external processor. I need to talk things out. Not necessarily get advice (that’s usually not helpful). I just need to talk things out and hear the issues I’m battling outside of my own head. So why haven’t I been processing this COVID-19/Coronavirus thing? In a … Read More
The Reluctant Advocate
Ever since I was a teenager, I remember having peers tell me privately that they appreciated when I raised my hand to ask a clarifying question. Or to challenge something I had heard by asking questions of those in authority. They would tell me they had the same questions but were too scared to speak … Read More