One minute, I was watching the American Idol results show, the next I was watching everything I’ve eaten since Christmas Eve 1986 exit my body. My illness was sudden and startling.

I weakly announced I was going to bed. Everyone in the family agreed it was where I belonged. My leg bones ached, my […]

Have you ever felt your pride, your vanity, wrapped up in your child’s appearance or accomplishments?

I wrote about a minor cosmetic flaw in one of the kiddos, and how I find myself foolishly thinking it’s a reflection on me. It’s hard to admit.

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