Category Archives: Personal

Dear 2014: It’s Been Real

Posted on December 29, 2014 by DMW

In my last blog post of the year, I can’t help but reflect on 2014. What a year… I’ll be honest, because it’s hard not to be, this year kind of sucked. I mean it wasn’t my worst year of … Continue reading →

Posted in home, Life, Love, marriage, Personal, Relationships | Tagged "bad year", "bone marrow disorder", "hard year", "home repair", "job search", "life setbacks", dealing, finances, health, loss, medical, money, unemployed | Leave a comment

You’re So Sexy… What, Am I Being Punked?

Posted on December 28, 2014 by DMW

This may embarrass my husband (Roy), but when have I ever shied away from something uncomfortable? All right, don’t answer that. I recently read a blog post that a friend reblogged (and that I hope I successfully reblogged… it’s my … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Love, Personal, Relationships, Romance | Tagged "body image", "not pretty", appearances, beautiful, fantasy, husband, marriage, perception, sexy | 2 Comments

When Did I Get So Sporty?

Posted on December 27, 2014 by DMW

So, there are many things that I thought I would never do. I thought I would never climb a mountain, and I haven’t. I thought I would never get over my fear of heights, and I haven’t. I thought I … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Events, Family, Personal, sports | Tagged "don't like sports", "hockey game", "sports fan", "tennis match", game, hockey, NHL, spectator, sporty, tennis, unsporty | 2 Comments

Christmas: The 2014 Edition (Let’s Make Chinese Desserts!)

Posted on December 26, 2014 by DMW

This is the best Christmas that I have had since… well I don’t know. I think it was better than 2011 and 2012 (but those were pretty great) and it definitely kicks every Christmas’s ass before 2011 and last year, … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Family, food, Holidays, home, Personal, recipes, Relationships | Tagged "Chinese desserts", "Chinese food", "family get-together", "fortune cookie", "peanut butter balls", baking, chocoholic, chocolate, fortunes, holiday, party, tradition, traditions | Leave a comment

‘Tis The Season: Getting Ready For Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2014 by DMW

We’re only four days away from Christmas. But this year it’s weird. Normally my husband and I are busy, scrambling to finish Christmas cards or wrap gifts, or get the last few for the people who are impossible to get … Continue reading →