by Allison Jones | Jan 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
My “bonus” dad has passed and my vision is that he and my father are sharing a nice bourbon while trading stories about my mom and me. It makes me laugh and brings me comfort. Death isn’t funny, but I can find the humor in it. Bailey, who has...
by Allison Jones | Jan 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
Today, my “bonus” father passed away. It was a peaceful transition and for that I am grateful. I am covered in a blanket of sadness, but aware of the blessings that have come. As a non blood relative, I am on the sidelines as plans are made. I am so...
by Allison Jones | Jan 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Life is full of challenges. Each day presents its own unique opportunities for us to learn and grow, but what I am becoming aware of is the shift. When I shift my perception of any given situation, I begin to see the miracles.Elliott is my “bonus”...
by Allison Jones | Jan 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
First of all, let me state that I hate the word “step” when describing blended family members. I never considered myself a “step” anything as my mother’s current husband has always treated me as his own. My father died eight years...
by Allison Jones | Jan 13, 2014 | Uncategorized
Just like any other day, I was busy scheduling homes for the column that I write for my local paper. I embrace the ability to go to work in my pajamas and chat with my four legged coworkers. There is usually no drama, until my Basset Hound, Daisy, decides to...
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