Fly the W
“I did everything Fred Astaire did, only backwardsand in high heels.” – Ginger Rogers I am often reminded of this quote. I am not sure exactly why except maybe I feel seen or somehow it’s a somber reminder of my, and apparently Ginger’s experiences in this world. I thought about this as I sat at […]
The Good Years
As I moved to what would be my final duty station, my maternal grandmother, whom I affectionately call Momo, shared a story about a childhood friend, Margaret White. They were besties in the 1940’s, in Elmwood, Illinois. Margaret’s mother passed away when she was in elementary school but her doting father took great care of […]
Audentes Fortuna Iuvat
Carpe Diem “I can’t just fly to Germany for the weekend?” “Why not?” he said. And so I did. Cheers to 52 from the top of the world. “Fortune favors the bold” dates back before the birth of Christ and people have been chasing adventures and opportunities longer than that. “Carpe Diem,” “seize the day,” […]
Sherpa Please
Sherpa has many meanings mostly tied to navigating mountainous terrain on and off the trail. Personally, it started as a term of endearment between me and my husband, usually while we were out hiking.I am always overreaching, and he is always lifting me up and encouraging me until we achieve our set goals. We […]