For well over a year, maybe a year and a half, I've been plagued by a steadily worsening, sore shoulder. Some days it bothered me so much that it limited how far I could run, because even just holding up my arm was too much. Even so, I figured I could tough it out until it eventually... Continue Reading →
The right to remain silent
If you're female, you've probably grumbled about your weight at least once in your life. Whether you feel plagued with an extra five pounds or fifty, we all have our number. It's a girl thing. (I'm sure it occasionally happens with men too, but I'm not a dude, so I'll keep my assumptions to my... Continue Reading →
Reflex
I hurt my back. I don’t know how I did it, but a couple of days ago, I felt the mushy disk that I usually keep under control break free. It slid out of its designated spot between two vertebrae (I can name them, if you’re interested) and settle comfortably on a nerve. Well, comfortably... Continue Reading →
Take the t-shirt
My brother did it again. In the spirit of Christmas, he found a new way to get under my skin. The card he left under the Christmas tree looked innocuous enough. The envelope puffed out a bit, prompting me to silently muse about what kind of gift card may have been stashed in the fold. Starbucks? Best... Continue Reading →
Fat and happy
I popped into Panera the other day for breakfast with my daughter. I already had an idea of what I wanted to order, so I scanned the menu board for a match as I waited in line. There it is! I said to myself when I found it, and I relished the thought of my breakfast... Continue Reading →