It's been too long!

I've loved writing, since I was a little girl.  I still do.  Yet, for some reason, I don't turn to it enough.  I started this blog to share Emery, my family, my life, my writing with the world.  I have not done a very good job of keeping with it.  I get busy or tired and just forget.  Not a very good excuse, I know.  I think I'm still trying to find my blogging feet. I certainly am not at a loss of things to say.  However, my mama taught me manners.  I can vent and complain with the best of 'em, but I'm not foolish enough to do so in a public forum about topics such as work or specific people.  And I'm not going to write an over the top sugary sweet blog because that can be unrealistic.  

I have plenty of things I'd like to discuss--about my daughter, her abilities and challenges, society and perceptions, news events, and education.  I struggle with wanting to be heard and wanting to blend in with the wallpaper.  Sounds ridiculous, I know.

Here's what else I know.  It's been far too long since I've written.  It's been too long since I've written here.  This is a place where I can record my thoughts and feelings on being a mother.  I can use my words to create a snapshot of life.  I'm hoping to grow in my advocacy role even more this year.  I'm not one to enjoy shoving my agenda down your throat, but I have the skill to craft a piece of writing to advocate while telling a story.  I plan to start doing that more often.  I'm feeling inspired lately, for many reasons I'm sure.  

I told my husband last night I wanted to start spending a few hours a week writing.  I need to see my words fill pages.  I have a story to tell.  Even if the public never reads it, I NEED to complete it.  I do not have a title for this memoir yet, but it's a work in progress.  Just like me!