Friday was my first day out of the house in 2 weeks. I drove downtown for a doctor's appointment to have the last of my staples removed. Thankfully the prosthetist was able to meet me at this appointment to fit me with shrinkers and complete an exam required for ordering my first gel liner. I… Continue reading Taken by surprise
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I am officially an Amputee
So it happened. It's official. I had below knee amputation surgery on my left leg yesterday (Wednesday February 26th, 2020). I am now 24 hours out from surgery and doing pretty darn good. I'm actually doing better than expected. So sit back and hang tight while I lay out what all happened this week. If… Continue reading I am officially an Amputee
Why can’t I blog?
Blogs. Blogging. Blogger. Savoring Life's Moments has been my blog for a couple years now. My interest and desire in sharing stories, ideas, thoughts and opinions have not lessened since I began. However, the frequency in which I post has damn near diminished. Honestly, I want to blog and I regularly think about all the… Continue reading Why can’t I blog?
A Year of Wine
Over the last year I have taken on the exciting challenge of learning all about wine. Not to be confused with learning to whine or practicing my ability to whine. Although, I must confess; there were times that I did whine before, during and after consuming wine. Wine. Oh yes, wine, wine, wine. One of… Continue reading A Year of Wine
Successful 2018 Resolution
So, every year people make resolutions and every year I have participated in this tradition. Almost every resolution I made over my lifetime lasted a month or two before dwindling off...EXCEPT last years! Here is a link to my 2018 Resolution blog post for specifics. Honestly, over the last year I have done a much better… Continue reading Successful 2018 Resolution
I fall over and over again…
I fall nearly everyday, deeper and deeper in love with the man I vowed to spend the rest of my life with. Nicholas does a great job of making me feel so very loved. It is generally not with grand gestures, but rather with all the little things he does. It is him slipping out… Continue reading I fall over and over again…
Strenuous Moments
Energy envelops me; Buzzing, pulsating around me, seeping into my ears. Thunder of footsteps reverberates through the house. Voices echoing; My heart... lub-DUB, lub-DUB, lub-DUB . Inhale, exhale, my breath is in my chest and ears. Creaking of furniture, crinkling of wrappers, clinking of glass or ceramics. Can't think - everything echos (echos...echos...echos...). Woosh, swish,… Continue reading Strenuous Moments
Arachnophobia
I fear spiders. Yes, it is irrational and I recognize that. It is something that has plagued me for as long as I can remember. This has caused me to jump, squeal and cry out on many occasions. Not that I intend on being a free source of entertainment for those around me, it has… Continue reading Arachnophobia
Problems
Every single person, regardless of age, gender or ethnicity faces problems. Albeit different ones and to varying degrees. This week while reading The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, I came across this quote: "When we feel that we're choosing our problems, we feel empowered. When we feel that our problems are being forced upon… Continue reading Problems
Would I have done things differently?
If I had known I would get sick; that I would lose so much sensation, muscle control and certain abilities, such as: be unable to run, jump or stand on my tippy toes - what would that knowledge have changed? Would I have stressed and agonized about the impending loss? probably Would I have relished and… Continue reading Would I have done things differently?
Kissin Cousins
A few weekends ago we had four extra legs in our home. Luna came to visit for a few days. Shiva was so excited to have a friend to play with. They were both thoroughly spoiled rotten and exhausted by the time the weekend was through. We were not sure how the weekend would go… Continue reading Kissin Cousins
Believe in Music
Three songs that pop into my head when I hear the word believe: I believe I can fly....I believe I can touch the sky...I think about it every night and day... Don't stop believin'....Hold on to that feelin'... Do you believe in life after love...I feel something inside me say...I really don't think you're strong enough...… Continue reading Believe in Music
Stirrin’ Up Some Trouble
Last Sunday was a day spent in the kitchen making memories. Taylor and I made multiple batches of cupcakes and frosting from scratch. We love cooking, baking and tasting everything we make! New recipes are our favorite way to connect. Plus when we bake we love to freeze some of our goodies for a lazy… Continue reading Stirrin’ Up Some Trouble
Sounds like someone I know…
That person. You know the one. Who lives in their own world. Oblivious to suffering and challenges of those around them. Much less disasters taking place in the state, nation or world-wide. A part of me is angry with them for how oblivious they are. Another part is jealous. Imagine how much stress they are… Continue reading Sounds like someone I know…
If I Would Have Known…
If I could give a list to my younger self...although in all honesty I probably wouldn't have listened anyways. Don't get so busy making everyone around you happy that you forget to make yourself happy. It is not your job to fix everyone's problems It is okay to say 'No' and not over extend yourself… Continue reading If I Would Have Known…
I Date My Husband via Samsung Galaxy
Yes, it is true. Even though my husband and I are married and have been for a few years we still continue to date. We set aside one night a month to go out just the two of us , kid-free. Not only does this help us to get out of the house and take… Continue reading I Date My Husband via Samsung Galaxy
Guilty Cafe via Samsung Galaxy
With many new restaurants I try to give them a few chances before I form an opinion about them. So when a new cafe opened in Waunakee and was on the news talking about their sweets I knew I had to make it a point to visit and check it out. After three visits here… Continue reading Guilty Cafe via Samsung Galaxy
Tough Love
I am a very sympathetic person. I feel things very deeply. Even things that do not personally affect me. I can literally hurt for someone I have never met. I generally see or at least try to see both sides of each situation. I keep in mind how there are always unseen circumstances to each… Continue reading Tough Love
Shaking it Up with a ‘Sweet’ New Skill
I LOVE learning new things. The challenge excites me and the knowledge stimulates me. Over the last few weeks I have been pushing myself to make things from scratch. Last week I made salted caramel cupcakes filled with homemade caramel and topped with a salted caramel butter cream frosting. These were delicious, however next time… Continue reading Shaking it Up with a ‘Sweet’ New Skill
Number One Enemy
I am: judgmental of myself. hard on myself. critical of myself. unforgiving of myself. holding myself to unrealistic expectations. hardest on myself. my worst critic. unable to see what you see. I am my own worst enemy. via Daily Prompt: Critical
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