Life…. and then some ( Blog )

  • A Fallen Hero

    A Fallen Hero

    In August of 2022, I visited my sister Eileen for her 75th birthday. She was in her final stages of an ovarian cancer battle. Eileen was the family history keeper; collector of pictures of the Brennan family. She would share many of those pictures during my visit. It was great to see photos of my Read more

  • Words to Live By

    Words to Live By

    What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings? I saw this in my supervisors room. Definitely something I should share with my students. Especially yesterday when I had a student break down in tears because her fears were seriously getting the best of her. Later Read more

  • Top 5

    Top 5

    Which activities make you lose track of time? 5- shopping 4- – having lunch/ dinner with friends ( we have so much to talk about ) 3- watching a sporting event on tv 2- – falling asleep in the recliner in my living room ( while watching a sporting event on Tv) 1- playing video/computer Read more

  • Security now….

    Security now….

    Are you seeking security or adventure? Once I’m secure, the adventure begins 😊 Read more

  • I Try

    I Try

    Are there things you try to practice daily to live a more sustainable lifestyle? I recycle plastic and cardboard. I don’t like throwing things out to only end up in a landfill…especially plastics. I challenge myself every summer to reuse items instead of just throwing them out and buying new ones. In time, I with Read more

  • DIY UPDATE

    DIY UPDATE

    It’s almost 2 years later, and we’re still “ moving” Hedges no longer overgrown to the roof. Day Lillie’s welcome visitors to the front door and zinnia stand at attention in front of the amaryllis. The red mulch also makes the landscape pop. The backyard is the next big project. That back area is inundated Read more