Commitment.

Little J joined a travel soccer league over the summer. She was actually scouted during the end of season rec soccer tournament, which was pretty damn cool. In addition to the grueling 3-practices-a-week schedule, they also do ‘scrimmagefests’ from time to time. One of those times was today. It went a little something like this, … Continue reading →

That awkward moment when..

Your best friend calls to ask if it’s safe for her son to spend the night with your brother (I know, it’s weird, they’re the same age). She asked if it’s safe. Read: is my heroin addict brother there. Is my enabling, in denial, mentally unwell mother going to be caring for them. Will there … Continue reading →

What do you do when you’re not sure?

This morning was great. Like, really super awesome for a Monday! I woke up relatively on-time. Managed to shower and dress in record time. Casually descended the stairs (because we now live in a TOWNHOUSE instead of an APARTMENT). Then I made the kid lunch! Which isn’t really such a big deal.. but it’s a … Continue reading →

Can’t take my mind off of you.

N, I miss you. I miss my little brother… As far as I’m concerned, he died a few months ago. He was almost back… so close. I will never take those moments for granted, when I almost saw you again. He’s nowhere to be found, now. Just a ghost remains, an empty shell. A manipulative … Continue reading →