My So-Called Midlife

I completed another goal this week but it left me feeling defeated and a bit of a cheater.  No air got between me and that trampoline. But on a positive note, I celebrated my son, Canon's 17th birthday this week. I love telling his birth story and the challenges of life with this kid! 

During Week 6 of the YearOfAlicia, I set out on a journey of pain. I went to spin class... Though that may not sound all that painful, I can assure you that my body has taken a beating! Tune in next week to hear about how I attempt to jump on a trampoline! Enjoy!

In Episode 5 of "My So-Called Midlife" I step out of my comfort zone and get a new haircut! Also, I finally went to my niece, Briana's, basketball game in Delaware! And remember, ice cream for breakfast is NEVER a bad idea!

It literally was a scene from an Italian restaurant this week as the 2020 Crew provided an Italian dinner complete with live entertainment at an assisted senior living center with my amazing friend of 45 years, Lori Wittle. Then, the highlight of the week, Snow Tubing! I whined, I cried, and eventually peed my pants, but I did it!! Snow tubing... check! 

No 2020 Crew this week! All me for week 3 of the Year of Alicia.  Stepping out of my comfort zone always posed a challenge for me. 25 years ago, getting pregnant, forced me to enroll in college in order to provide a better life for my little girl.  High school left some terrible scars and left me terrified of returning to school but I did it anyway and found that I loved learning and excelled at my higher education. This week those terrifying feelings returned as I left my family to venture out on my own.

It's week 2 of 2020 #YearofAlicia - Me and the 2020 Crew threw Axes! However, we also shared lunch with an old friend - the original Jenny from the Block. During this episode I briefly discuss Jenny's struggle with substance use disorder, but more importantly, explain addiction as a brain disease. Understanding addiction can save someone's life. Let's break the Stigma of Addiction! 

My mid-life starts off strong during week one of Year of Alicia. Episode one brings you along on my journey with my personal backstory which explains the importance of this very special year. Listen to my New Year story and our visit to Staten Island NY.  is so very important to me! You'll know about my trip to Staten Island, NY.  Come along for the ride. Enjoy my so called mid-life and get to know me and my family! Thank you, all!