Relationships. Parenting. Work. Life.
I’ve noticed a very consistent pattern of life during March. For some reason, as the earth moves from a season of hibernation and decay into an active season of growth and beauty, everything seems to be off balance and “helter-skelter.” that suddenly pop open as everything else around us automatically seems to naturally adjust.
Why is it that the day of love can often end in tears, hurt feelings, and an appearance of the little green-eyed monster known as jealousy? Thanks to commercialism, Valentine’s Day is a day that suddenly everyone is aware of their relationship status- be they single, dating, engaged, or married. And how well you’re treated (or not treated) on Valentine’s Day is often used to temporarily rate just how happy you are with that status.
I love decorating for the holidays. I love the planning and the anticipation that leads up the festive days. In fact, sometimes the anticipation is so much fun that the actual holiday can be a let-down. When I get ready, I take everything into consideration. Not only are there decorations (yes, I decorate for Thanksgiving,… [Continue Reading]