Tag Archives: change

Game Changer

Posted on January 18, 2020 by jenniphur

Vegan. The very word brings up negative connotations. Vegans preaching their dietary gospel on social media. I associate vegans with health-food-grocery-shopping, patchouli-wearing, dreadlock-bearing, patchwork-clad, Prius-driving hippies. They’re not, at least, not all of them. An old roommate my mom and … Continue reading →

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10th Anniversary of the Most Horrible Day of the Year!

Posted on October 9, 2019 by jenniphur

September 21st used to be the most horrible day of the year for me. Ex died 10 years ago. I have always said every year it gets easier. It’s still true. This year just wasn’t a big deal. Little Guy … Continue reading →

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Badass Moment Reclamation

Posted on September 6, 2016 by jenniphur

My dad and I haven’t spoken in nearly 10 years. It’s just so normal that when people have asked me recently if I have any family where I’m from, I say, “no.” Even though my dad still lives there, it … Continue reading →

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Restless

Posted on July 5, 2016 by jenniphur

I feel restless and unsettled. I have felt this way all day. It started when I went to work, where most of my yucky feelings begin. Today has sat in my stomach like a knotted ball of yarn, tan and … Continue reading →

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Rafting Down the River or Not

Posted on January 28, 2016 by jenniphur

For the first time since my move last April, I got asked out. I knew it would happen eventually whether during my commute or at work or at the book store. It happened at work. He asked if I’d like … Continue reading →

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A Year Ago

Posted on December 22, 2015 by jenniphur

A year ago, I committed to making changes in my life that would open me up to more opportunities. I committed to pursuing a big move. The first of the year, I interviewed for a transfer within my company. I … Continue reading →

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Jenniphurgalicious

Posted on December 22, 2015 by jenniphur

The line from a Fergie song keeps rolling through my head, incorrect grammar and all: “A girl like me don’t stay single for long.” I cannot remember the last time I was fully single. I know it’s only been two … Continue reading →

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Crack that whip!

Posted on December 16, 2015 by jenniphur

The move to Denver brought a change in the romance department, too. I started dating a long-time friend last May. I met him through his sister years ago, before I had a child. He told me he liked me in … Continue reading →

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Of All the Things

Posted on March 17, 2014 by jenniphur

Of all the things I got rid of during my last move, a mere 7 and a half months ago, yes, I wish I had kept one thing: the boot dryer. Why, oh, why did I ever think getting rid … Continue reading →

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Box It Up

Posted on March 14, 2014 by jenniphur

LIttle Guy and I looked at another place to live tonight. It would suit us perfectly, but it does not allow pets. I’ve got a plan, though. Don’t worry. Wait, that’s not the plan. I always worry. I have a … Continue reading →

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