Jazz (b.9-8-2010, d.12-22-2020)

When we took Jazz to an appointment for a second opinion this morning, we didn’t know we’d return this afternoon to say goodbye. We thought they might change her meds, or recommend a change in diet. Instead, they found bigger problems that couldn’t be fixed. In addition to her severe arthritis, exposed third eyelid, and…

Walking a Tight Rope

Challenging myself to escape my comfort zone has broadened my horizons and given me a confidence I wouldn’t have otherwise. One of my biggest fears has always been heights, especially when my footing is unstable and there’s a steep drop-off with nothing to break my fall. I get a serious case of vertigo, hyperventilate, and…

Its goal progress reflection time

It’s been a tough year for every one for the obvious reasons, and for reasons that aren’t always transparent. At some point I stopped focusing on my original goals and gave myself permission to have none for awhile. While I normally don’t like wallowing around in life with no goals, this year was an exception…