Our 11-year-old son, Nolan, has always held his Papaw Couch and his Uncle Willy as heroes. They’re “real cowboys,” and truly, there aren’t nearly as many of them around these days. Yep. His heroes have truly always been cowboys. The perfect first horse. Part of being a real cowboy is having a horse – a horse who can work cattle and help … [Read more...]
Staying the course: lessons learned from running, running, running
I really don’t know the woman I’ve become. You see, the junior-high version of me could barely pass the one-mile run test in PE. And she hated. every. minute. But the 30-something version of me decided my next adventure in torture and exhilaration should include running. I began with 5Ks, then 10Ks, then half marathons. I have even … [Read more...]
I nearly died last week…
OK. So maybe I didn't REALLY almost die. But at the time? I was nearly certain it was my last day. Anyone who knows me well knows I'm not exactly an "extreme sports" gal. And coordination is not my strong point. But last week, I was with two of my dear friends in Florida -- two friends who whisked me away for a few days to reset … [Read more...]
How are you, really?
We sat down for lunch. She looked at me and said, "So, how are you? And don't say 'fine,' because we both know that isn't true." Goodness. She knows me. I have been beyond blessed with friends who have been by my side through the past several years. Of making no-win decisions regarding my dad's healthcare. Of working to raise three kids … [Read more...]