My New Normal

Don't Cry by Dr. Seuss

The minute I got the call from my sister, I knew my life would be forever changed.  It happened 26 years ago and I know it will happen again. That isn't to say the decisions and choices I made 26 years ago because of Lisa's death didn't lead to some wonderful things, they did.  I joined Pan Am to escape the pain my surroundings held for me at the time.  It led me to traveling the world which led me to meeting Way which led to two wonderful (yet slightly obnoxious) teenagers.  It is hard to … [Read more...]

Time to Write

WOD16

Sitting down to write is a lot harder than I thought it would be. Usually I have no problem writing. I write like I talk and I talk a lot (usually with lots of hand motion). Therefore, I usually have no trouble writing. Writing has always been my therapy so you would think I would be clamoring to get to my keyboard.  Staring at a blank screen is much easier these days. Today I took my first step towards my new normal and made the conscious decision to start writing again. I got up, made my bed … [Read more...]

My Latest on Instagram

Be back soon. For no particular reason, please.

My latest photos on Instagram.  Come find me (kimyuhl). … [Read more...]

And Life Goes On

Balloons Released for Doug

The services, memorials and tributes are now over which means today is the day we are supposed to get on with the business of life. As I plan my day which includes a visit to the bank and several stores to return items, it just doesn't seem quite right. It seems wrong to try and make plans, post on Facebook, write blogs and pursue dreams when a piece of you is missing. Most of all it seems wrong to laugh and have fun. I know Doug would not want us to wallow in sadness. He never did. He would … [Read more...]

A Video Tribute to My Brother, Doug.

Doug Rush

A tribute to my brother. It is so hard to believe he is gone. My heart hurts. … [Read more...]