Category Archives: Life

Oops… I Kidnapped My Husband Again!

Posted on August 4, 2015 by DMW

Last September, I plotted and played the part of the ultimate sneak by planning a romantic getaway for my husband, Roy, and me, to Estes Park, without getting caught. I got my husband out of the house and packed his … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Love, nature, Personal, Relationships, Romance, travel | Tagged "road trip", "romantic getaway", co-conspirators, Colorado, getaway, Glenwood Springs, plans, scheme, surprise, trip, vacation | Leave a comment

Animal Adoption: I Fell In Love With A Cat, But It’s Not That Simple

Posted on August 3, 2015 by DMW

I am not a cat person. Let me be clear on that. I am not a cat person. I love all animals and cats are included in that umbrella, but that doesn’t mean I want a cat in my home, … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, home, Life, Personal | Tagged “Cat Person”, “Dog Person”, adoption, animal introduction, animal shelter, cat, Dog, pet, rescue | Leave a comment

Trying To See Jurassic World When You’re Deaf: The Third Time Was Not The Charm

Posted on July 23, 2015 by DMW

For a long time I did not go to the movies. I’m deaf, so while I missed seeing certain types of movies in theatres (anything with special effects for example), I would wait for the DVD, so I could try … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Health, Life, Personal, Thoughts | Tagged "closed captioning", "hard of hearing", accessibility, AMC, deaf, Jurassic World, movie theater, movies | Leave a comment

Making The Switch: Finding A New Vet For My Furbaby

Posted on July 13, 2015 by DMW

My dog is my not just a pet, she’s my daughter. I know this can cue a few eyerolls from people who have kids, but I stand by that statement. I found our dog (Angel) when she was only a … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, home, Life, Personal | Tagged Dog, dog as family member, dog mom, furbaby, pet, pets, vet, veterinarian | Leave a comment

The Key To Remission: It’s Just A Number Unless It’s Not

Posted on July 7, 2015 by DMW

Five and half years ago, I was diagnosed with an incredibly rare autoimmune disease that only affects one out of every two million people. My immune system made antibodies that were attacking my lungs and kidneys, making them hemorrhage and … Continue reading →