Banana Ball’s season may be short but for a super-fan, seeing every game just takes a little creativity and coordination. Oh, and maybe a few friends who will say “yes” to anything.
Category: Thoughts on Mental Health
Hi, Honey! A Dementia Diary
For decades, 4 p.m. meant one thing to me: a phone call to my mom. And then one day, it was gone. Hi, Honey! A Dementia Diary shares the story of loss, grief, and growth. I can't wait for you to read it.
Go in with Delusion
On one hand, I tend to do everything with intention, very thoughtfully planned out. On the other hand, I dive in without looking back. Why? Delusion.
Navigating Grief: One Year Later
Today marks one year since losing my mom. It’s been both the longest and shortest year, during which I learned a hell of a lot more about grief than I ever wanted to. For instance, did you know there is no trophy for Best at Grieving?
Doggy Style: The Luge
As I was shitting my pants, I was praying that our dog missed all the trees in her sledding path (she did) and remained upright (she did).
A Handmade Goodbye
It really wasn’t that hard, except for the tears that kept filling my eyes as I pushed the needle through the quilt's sturdy fabric to form the words, "Love, Judy."
Looking Both Ways: 2026 Edition
I think the most important thing I learned was that having grace for oneself is a gift. Make sure you give yourself that gift, too, okay?
F**king First Times? What the Sh*t.
Current status? Buckled up with a bit more confidence than I had a week ago. Oh, and a giant box of tissues, just in case.
Father Christmas had One Job. One.
Nothing says, "I have my life together" like a holiday card that arrives weeks before the actual holidays, right? Well, it’s the thought that counts, I suppose.
The Importance of a Baloney Buddy
Growth comes at the edge of discomfort. Does it suck? Sometimes.





