I just read an interesting information pieceby the University of Washington about the tribal roots of both of my children. Minnow and Peepers are both of Oromo descent. Sadly, my son and daughter would have been second class citizens with no political autonomy in their own country because of their Oromo heritage. I had no … Continue reading Racism Is Everywhere–Even When All The Same “Race”
Author: Dawn Kasal-Finley
Two Weeks From Today
I will be cruising at 30,000 feet on my way to Addis Ababa via Washington DC. I am brimming with anxiety and excitement. We received an update on our little Peepers yesterday and she is still a tiny little thing--even at 6 1/2 months old--11.4lbs and 24 inches. Tiny. I think most of the clothes … Continue reading Two Weeks From Today
Friday Weigh In
Well, this marks my first full week on WW. I used my home scale to record my weight this morning as opposed to the scale at the gym--and weighed in first thing in the am instead of in the afternoon. So lot's of differences. The numbers say a loss of 6lbs but I know that … Continue reading Friday Weigh In
It Doesn’t Matter How You Got Lost…
It only matters how you find your way. I am profound aren't I? That's a rhetorical question in case you were wondering. I have reached a REAL breaking point in my life. I know, for those of you who have been reading me for any amount of time, I have said this before, but this … Continue reading It Doesn’t Matter How You Got Lost…
Quietly Waiting On Job News***Edited
I had an interview at a local high school last week. There were still quite a few people to interview after me before decisions were made. There are three openings. Today is the day the decisions are made. I know the department chair has to turn in her choices today to HR and from there … Continue reading Quietly Waiting On Job News***Edited
