Author: Megynn
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Farewell Colorado Springs. I’ll be back.
My family moved to Colorado Springs in 1974, just before my seventh birthday. I remember my father trying to explain the size of mountains, as we left Texas. I remember the signs, one word per sign, that lured tourists to Santas Workshop. Yes, my Jewish family visited the Christmas themed entertainment park at some point…
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Being one among many
I was raised to believe that if I just worked hard enough I could achieve and acquire anything I desired. I was taught to smile in public and keep difficulties to myself. Being self sufficient seemed of utmost importance and has resulted in significant aloneness, not always for the best. I have learned that sometimes…
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The Long and Winding Learning Curve
Mmm-hmm. There are things the saleswoman doesn’t bother mentioning in order to help you live her dream of selling an RV, I mean… live your dream of RV Life. There are things no one mentions during the sales game, like power cable adapters, leveling jacks, who to call when the stereo / backup camera monitor…
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New Year’s Eve 2019
Really? Party like it’s 2019? 20 years after the Prince song? Goodness, I have survived so many years! I spent this evening with my generous, gracious friends, Kym and Alex, and their fur babies, Harley and Quinn. The sweetest, most pettable, best behaved ambassadogs ever! This is the last evening of a most challenging year,…
