Author Archives: Brenda

About Brenda

Mom to a preschooler with T1D. Paralegal. Swiftie. Xennial. Grizzlies and Tigers. Pilates and Peloton. Books and fanfic. 901 / 305 ← Older posts Newer posts →

My Commandments

Posted on May 24, 2012

I LOVED Gretchen Rubin’s book The Happiness Project – it’s given me a lot of food for thought! In the book, Gretchen lists her personal “Commandments” and “Rules of Adulthood,” which she refers to in low or stressful moments to … Continue reading →

Posted in imperfection, reflections

Another Nashville Visit

Posted on May 21, 2012

Last weekend I went to Nashville for Debra’s birthday! I even took Friday (her actual birthday) off and drove up early. The extra time made a huge difference – I usually get there late after a day of work on … Continue reading →

Posted in family, nashville

Quotes of the Week

Posted on May 18, 2012

You never know from whence random inspiration will come…“And remember that a no is free. Ask for what you like, and get used to being turned down. Rejection is hard, but to get acceptance you have to put up with … Continue reading →

Posted in quotes

Two Years

Posted on May 17, 2012

I’ve been (unofficially) on my own for two years today. It’s an Ebenezer milestone – a monument to how far God has brought me. I hate to use reality-show parlance, but this post-divorce life has been, and continues to be, a … Continue reading →

Posted in milestone, thankful

Sunny Days

Posted on May 16, 2012

May and June are consistently my happiest months, and I think it’s largely because they’re the sunniest. When I can feel the sun on my face on the way to work and on the way home, I feel a burden lift … Continue reading →

Posted in summer
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