Spiritual (and Physical) Hypochondria

A few months ago, I was diagnosed with “moderate hypochondria” which came as no shock to those near and dear to me. Hypochondria is one of those things that can be tremendously funny and horribly terrifying. The funny part is that it’s completely irrational, but the horrifying part is that the fear is terribly real.Continue reading “Spiritual (and Physical) Hypochondria”

Sharon, the Oklahoma Rose

On April 13, 2004 the official state flower of Oklahoma became the “Oklahoma rose”. Since Sharon was an avid gardener, it is only appropriate that this blog entry be titled after one of Oklahoma’s most beautiful roses, Sharon Hart. UPDATE 1/10/07 @ 2 PM EST: Jen’s mother, Sharon Hart, was ushered into the arms ofContinue reading “Sharon, the Oklahoma Rose”

A Difficult Day

Today has been a sad and difficult day for me. Last night my grandfather took a nasty spill and has fractured his hip. In order to put him back together, he needs a hip replacement. Unfortunately because of his age and weak heart, surgery would kill him. It’s hard not knowing what’s coming next… It’sContinue reading “A Difficult Day”