It happens from time to time. I only really noticed it in the last two weeks. It’s something that my son Joe does. He will completely and irrationally worry about something that basically has no chance of occuring. It’s not the dark, it’s not...
You know him. It’s THAT guy. The one who pushes your every button. While not intentionally hurting your feelings or making you mad, he just rubs you the wrong way. This doesn’t happen every once in awhile…it’s every time you see him (or...
I stood before my father in his nursing room bed and looked at him sincerely. I asked, “Dad, do you need anything? Is there anything you want to say? Is there anything you want to get off of your chest?” He looked at me and began… “Jay, I’ve made some mistakes. I’ve...
The Holidays. So many people have to venture through these emotional landmine filled days with fresh hurts and solid memories of loved ones lost. Combine that with the expectation that this is, “The most wonderful time of the year” and you have a recipe...
It’s been quite a week for everyone and specifically my household. Yes, Saturday was the two year anniversary of Trey’s death. Yes, my extended family situation with my dad is continually evolving and providing for many different emotions. Yes, the...
Sitting in an emergency with your father as the ER nurse looks confused and concerned and you come to an obvious realization that things in your world have changed. While most people hope for an easy life and are constantly upset when things aren’t perfect, the...
