I frustrate myself. I like nice things. I naturally pick out the most expensive item before seeing the price tag. I typically find myself quickly disappointed that I’m settling for something I like a little less. My budget and my expectations are never in sync with one another. To complicate my standards more, I haveContinue reading “Adventure Fund”
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Sitting Still
When is it okay to be content with your life? We say it like it’s a bad thing. We say it like being content means we’re not striving for better, or we’re settling. Why do we say all of these things like it means we’re giving up on life? Instead of looking at things likeContinue reading “Sitting Still”
October
Each month calls for us to bring our attention to areas we feel need extra support. A lot of these we know, especially when they stem around cancer. October, for example, is breast cancer awareness month. This is the time of year we see numerous events and campaigns happening to raise awareness and funds toContinue reading “October”
One More Time
When I was told the cancer wasn’t really gone, it put a lot of doubt in my mind. I was so worried about things being too easy. I spent so much time waiting on the other shoe to drop that when it did, I was upset but felt like I was expecting it. So whenContinue reading “One More Time”
Unity
If I tried to tell you that I’m not political, that would be a lie. I’m very passionate and argumentative. Over time, I have found boundaries within that. America is in trying times right now. It’s like after 200 years as a nation, we’ve hit our teenage years. Arguing, back talking, eye rolling and sarcasmContinue reading “Unity”
Vanity
I’ve never considered myself a vain person, so why am I so upset about the sight of a scar on my shoulder?
Having it all is a Fallacy
Being a woman is complex. Why do we feel like we must have it all?
Syke
Remember when I told you I was cancer free? PSYCH!
Jo’s a What?
Guys, I’ve gone plant-based. Learn how that process is going for me and my chicken-loving husband.
Like a Fraud
What happens when you no longer have cancer? The normal term is you “beat” cancer, but I can’t say that. There was no fight. My surgeon kicked its ass with her scalpel and the story ends there. I am so grateful for the outcome and the quick and straight line my cancer walked. I can’tContinue reading “Like a Fraud”
Jo is a Mess 