Dear Darlings, Some of you may have seen my Instagram and Facebook posts, where I start with “Because some days…” and conclude with a thought, a picture,… Read more “Because some days”
Author: JD Combs
Embracing fear
Dear Darlings, I feel all the feels right now: fear, nerves, sweaty armpits, slight nausea, a little thrill, and things bubbling up in my chest. And no,… Read more “Embracing fear”
The signs are everywhere
Dear Darlings, For years, I’ve seen hearts everywhere. I’ve taken pictures of them when I found them. I’ve semi-noted them. I’ve used them to remind me to be kind… Read more “The signs are everywhere”
Finding myself?
Dear Darlings, I ran into a friend I haven’t seen in more than a year. We got to talking, and catching up. I congratulated her on an… Read more “Finding myself?”
Two Eulogies and Three Obituaries
Dear Darlings, My title isn’t quite as catchy of a title as Four Weddings and a Funeral, but it seemed to fit the bill. Two weeks ago… Read more “Two Eulogies and Three Obituaries”
On death, dying, love and sunshine
Dear Darlings, I’ve been silent the past months. The journey has been challenging. The months have been hard. We’ve endured our fair share of hard knocks, but… Read more “On death, dying, love and sunshine”
Validation
Dear Darlings, Recently, I published a blog called I Did a Bad Thing. In it I chronicled some of my journey into my ADHD (mostly inattentive) diagnosis,… Read more “Validation”
I Did a Bad Thing
Dear Darlings, But I’m not a bad person. At least, not according to the latest Mel Robbins podcast I listened to on my morning walk. It’s about… Read more “I Did a Bad Thing”
Walking with Heroes
Dear Darlings, Last week I had the most incredible opportunity. Gary Sinise (he played Lt. Dan in Forest Gump) runs the Soaring Valor Foundation, and every year… Read more “Walking with Heroes”
A Dignified Transfer
Dear Darlings, Most of you I spend my Tuesdays at the USO. It’s a place I love to be. I don’t have to be there. I get… Read more “A Dignified Transfer”
Oh, for the love of my children... 