The author’s journey from health challenges to self-discovery and resilience unfolds from 2020 to the present. Amid personal and health struggles, including a diagnosis of early cirrhosis, they find determination through self-care and newfound understanding. Despite the sobering reality, they embrace a commitment to a brighter future, fueled by their daughters and inner strength.
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Celebrate Summer: Making the Most of Your Staycation
Summer is here, and it’s time to embrace the season and make the most of your time outside the office. If you’re a newly single empty-nester like myself, vacations abroad, long-distance travel, or even a road trip might not be feasible. This is where the staycation comes in and makes perfect sense! You can use…
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Best Finds For a New Puppy
Jump to Recommendations I recently broke my own rule and made the semi-impulsive decision to adopt a puppy. The rule against having a puppy stems from recognizing that being in my early 50’s means sleep is incredibly important. As an empty-nester, however, I knew that my college-aged youngest and I wanted to add a new…