“Sometimes the waiting nearly breaks us, but one day grace turns the corner, and we realize the ride was never ours to control.” Yesterday's waiting was unlike all the other waitings. I was anticipating the end of Sheldon’s 500-mile bike ride, but I was also anticipating his one-year sobriety date, the day we had all … Continue reading Yesterday’s Waiting Was Unlike All the Other Waitings
Tag: Hope
Be Sweet Y’all!
Dear Happy Asses, When I was growing up, well when I was attempting to grow up; my grandmother, whom we called Mom, would always sing out to us, “Play purdy.” It was her way of saying “Be sweet, y’all,” or so I imagine. She wanted us to play kindly together, to get along, and to … Continue reading Be Sweet Y’all!
Why Would We Keep Hope a Secret?
Evoto Dear Happy Asses, I was recently afforded the opportunity to meet, via Google Meet, a precious soul. I won’t use his name just yet, as I haven’t asked permission, but I will share what rose in my heart during our conversation. First of all, and probably most important, this kind human has been given … Continue reading Why Would We Keep Hope a Secret?
The Bluest of Eyes and the Kindest Heart
Dear Happy Asses, He had the bluest of eyes and the kindest heart. He was brilliant, thoughtful, and overly generous — and he died of a terrible disease at age 63. My grandfather, Pete, had the most beautiful red wavy hair, porcelain-perfect skin, a fit body, and a winning personality — and he died of … Continue reading The Bluest of Eyes and the Kindest Heart
Lessons From The Inside
Dear Happy Asses, “I went behind barbed wire to share love… and walked out with more love than I brought.”— Karen Key Smith Big Love Behind Barbed Wire This one is a little different, because the lessons from the inside really do come from the inside. The inside is barbed-wire fences, limited movement, guards, and little contact … Continue reading Lessons From The Inside
Loving Energy
Loving Energy Affirmation I am so excited about this year!!! I reflect loving energy in everything I do. I am so excited about this year All the right people show up to help me. This year is filled with promise one day at a time I am filled with great and contagious energy I reflect … Continue reading Loving Energy
Our Addiction Story
I need an author’s note to explain this one. This is not like what I have sent you before and something inside of me is compelling to tell it. Let’s clear up some stuff first. Sheldon gave me permission to share, he is sober and finding his way one day at a time. I hope … Continue reading Our Addiction Story
Love Your Wings!!!!
As you grow, love your wings! Spread them — you may give others the courage to fly. ~ Karen Key Smith I’m sitting here frozen, staring at a blank page, knowing I need to fill it with something that brings a little light, a little joy, and lots of hope!!! Over six months ago, I … Continue reading Love Your Wings!!!!