Single Mother of Three Blogging

Hello to everyone out on the world wide web!

I'm taking my first stab at blogging and have absolutely no idea what I'm doing, however I must believe I have something interesting to talk about or else I wouldn't spend what little time I have to write this. Then again, these may never be read and it could end up just being a therapeutic hobby. Either way, welcome to my blog and thank you for taking the time to read it.

For anyone who doesn't know me, I am currently at the "tail" end of my second divorce. A fact that I'm embarrassed of no matter how relieved I am that I finally came to my senses and ended my marriage. I have three amazing and beautiful children (a thought I'm sure every mother has!) My oldest is 12 and in sixth grade and he's having such a difficult year, not only am I in the middle of a divorce, but his father is divorcing his second wife as well, leaving Colin's world in utter turmoil. My daughter is 8, in second grade and with every moment of annoyance she provides, she provides me double with amazement over her resilience and strength. My youngest, just turned 3 last week. He is full of laughter, energy, love, and joy even through all the changes his life has endured beyond his comprehension. Last but not least, is my golden retriever, Bella. I jokingly refer to her as the smart trade-in for my last husband. She's an amazing companion, a friend to the kids, a protector for the house, and she's great to cuddle with too!

Currently I work at Starbucks as a barista. It's an entry level position that is filled primarily with college age kids to supplement their lifestyles. Although the job started out as a temporary position while I contemplated my next career move, 20 months later I am still with the company and although there are numerous aspects of the job I don't appreciate and even resent, the core of my job (making drinks and customer relations) still drive me to stay where I am until I find the answers I was originally seeking. It's definitely not an ideal position when trying to raise three children in an unstable economy, but I am happy and surrounded by coworkers that have come to be like family to me and have touched my life in ways I'd never imagine.

So now there are the basics about who is behind the writing. I hope over time I will fill these pages with stories and thoughts that will make you laugh, cry, gasp, hope, but most of all entertain. I look forward to sharing this journey with everyone and would love to hear all the feedback. In the meantime live life with faith, hope, and a little bit of trust cause it all makes sense eventually!