From the moment I held our first born in my arms, I wanted to be Supermom…
writing
Not-so-smoothie Operator
As a military spouse, I’ve worked from home for two decades. My writing, military nonprofit work, and Zoom meetings all take place at our kitchen island. After a year of creeping around in hushed tones so as to not disturb my husband, one would think he would extend me the same courtesy…. One would think.
Remembering that sweaty conga line, one year later
I had booked the March 2020 trip to Key West as a much-needed getaway after a cold, dark winter serving as caregiver (scullery maid) to my husband Francis when hip replacement surgery rendered him pathetic and helpless. I just needed one glorious week of hot sun, palm trees, tropical drinks, and no one asking me to put on his socks and make him a sandwich to feel human again.
Flora, Fauna and Fur
I didn’t believe our base neighbors who warned us. “You’re getting a lab?” they said in disbelief. “You know labs shed, right?” …