by Ira | Jan 12, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
It feels a little different this time because my job—our job—is so clear: be here for the kids. Show up. Talk about her. Hold space. Love and praise them. Answer honestly and ask questions. Be patient. Most importantly, be there. The task of it calms me. It makes...
by Ira | Jan 11, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
I never posted my Thanksgiving post. Just realized that tonight. Lol. So…I’ve been one day short for a while. Ooops. We spent the day with the kids. Played video games with Wolf. Went on a walk together. Ate food with Alastair and Jackie. Watched K-Pop Demon Hunters....
by Ira | Jan 10, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
My friend passed today. She leaves behind three kids that I love with all my heart. Rest in peace, Cat. I love you, I’ll never forget you, and I will show up for your kids.
by Ira | Jan 8, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
And my first finished book of the year is…Carl’s Doomsday Scenario. Second book in the series. Very much enjoyed it. Princess Donut, genuinely, is one of the great characters out there. Ever. They make those books sing. And also, the narration—because I’m listening to...
by Ira | Jan 7, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
Another oddly hectic day. Sigh. I didn’t get all of my work done, so I’ll have to use my morning writing time tomorrow to catch up. I had a decent session this morning, even if it was only an hour. Anyway…time for bed already. Blech. Wish I could get back into my...
