I could have hit you from behind A slight bump and You would fall You would be angry Maybe get off your motorcycle and come looking For a fight You would see me then Recognition would dawn in your eyes You would feel fear I could take my foot from The brake Run you overContinue reading “Vengeance is not Mine”
Author Archives: Rita
Vindication…At Least For Now
I was once a strong 17-year-old woman who was the Concertmaster of her youth symphony. Who walked around with her head held high. Who owned whatever area she was in. I was the one they looked up to. I was the leader. I was the warrior. Then I met David. He was wonderful to me.Continue reading “Vindication…At Least For Now”
Have You Gone Back to School?
Today was the first day of the 2023 – 2024 school year for us. I had to ferry the two teenagers to their respective schools this morning. That part was fine, though we were running a bit behind, and that made things more tense. First, I dropped off Child #3 at his high school. HeContinue reading “Have You Gone Back to School?”
Five Things That Bring Me Joy
Thank you, Pooja, for bringing this cool trend to my attention! I have always thought that an attitude of gratitude is the best! Instead of writing a list of things that make me happy, though, I’m focusing on what brings me joy. Happiness is fleeting. True joy isn’t. So…here is my list: 1. My GodContinue reading “Five Things That Bring Me Joy”
Six Word Story #40
She hit. She cried out. Pain.
Healthy Eating: The Green Stuff
Have I turned into the big green guy that fights bad guys? Nope. Not at all. Ok, well, maybe I’ve been seriously annoyed, even angry this week, but I certainly didn’t go tearing around destroying things! I’m talking about spinach. That green stuff! That super-vitamin-packed healthy powerhouse! I bought a tub of it (organic ifContinue reading “Healthy Eating: The Green Stuff”
What Nationality Is Your Chicken?
This morning I visited a local farm stand and got inspired. I knew I was going to make chicken breast for lunch (our new main meal!) but wasn’t sure how. Enter said farm stand. I went looking for fresh tomatoes. I was a bit shocked by the price of $4 per pound. That’s a bitContinue reading “What Nationality Is Your Chicken?”
A Mental Health Update for me! For Me! A Mental Health Update for You! For You!
Sorry. I just had this run through my head to the tune of Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland” song “A Very Happy Unbirthday!” Strange where my mind will take us! 😜 So…I’ve been struggling a lot with anxiety lately. To the point where it almost crippled me. I know in my heart that God is goodContinue reading “A Mental Health Update for me! For Me! A Mental Health Update for You! For You!”
I Have Struggled…with My Children
Ah, yes, children! They can bring such joy…but also so much pain. I love each with my whole heart. Mostly they love me back. Sometimes not. Child #3 and I have been on a rough road for long time. He has been through much trauma and many, many changes. I have been there through itContinue reading “I Have Struggled…with My Children”
Oh, I Can Have This? Refined Sugar Free BBQ Sauce
Hello, faithful readers! I meant to have a post for you yesterday, but life got in the way, as it tends to do, and I failed to post. So, now you’re in a for a real treat! We have started eating our main meal at lunchtime these days (and we have yet to settle onContinue reading “Oh, I Can Have This? Refined Sugar Free BBQ Sauce”
GF Recipes and Writings 