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OK, so time for another update! My follow-up with my primary care physician a few weeks back did not go as well as I’d hoped, but I was not completely surprised. With the holidays and everything going on, I’ve been stress-eating like crazy and have re-gained some of the weight I’d lost. Surprise surprise. BUT […]

Another year down. I’m still struggling, but staying afloat. Thanksgiving hit me hard. Tonight hit me harder. As I drove home through the beautiful fog, I reflected on the events of the day, of the night, and of the last few months in general. Dealing with family has been … difficult, to say the least. […]

This year has been difficult, especially the last few months. Tonight I watched my family and, while short-lived, it was nice. We talked, we laughed, we ate our fill of delicious foods. Most every one behaved themselves. But after it was over, I came home feeling a little empty. I’m saddened because I am doubting […]

Driving home from Oneonta this year was different from previous years. While I still contemplated all of the many things for which I am thankful, my heart hurts for my family. My brother and his wife are divorcing. Being there tonight, I saw some of myself in my sister-in-law and some of my father in […]

And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great […]

Wow this year is flying by! I guess it helps that I stay busy. Seriously, it seems like only yesterday was my DC trip back in August! A lot has happened, but nothing that feels significant today. I’m still working. Still love my job. I love my department, but it’s easy to feel unappreciated some […]