I am, as the subtitle says above, an average girl living a rather average life. I am in my 30′s (and no, I won’t tell you how far) and am divorced, childless, and just crazy enough to be entertaining. I am outspoken, intelligent, and independent – and, as Marilyn Monroe said, “if you can’t handle me at my worst, you sure as hell don’t deserve me at my best.”
I am the voice behind The Burning Horse and a simple observer of human nature. My writings spawn from the things I see around me every day – good and bad –and this blog is the outlet for the inner woman that I keep tidily hidden away most of the time. I won’t pretend to be a stupid woman and I will stand up for what I believe in. I write about the things that mean something to me and I don’t expect that everyone will agree with me or even read some of my rather random musings. I write for my own enjoyment, to document my world – and I invite all to enter.
I currently reside in Maryland, having transplanted from western New York (yes, that means I am NOT from New York City) 10 years ago. I live with my Pit Bull pup – my fur baby rescued through my job as a hit-by-car surrendered to the shelter because the owners didn’t care enough to treat him – and my boyfriend of 6 years. God did not bless me with children of my own but, fear not, I have four wonderful godkids to spoil on the appropriate holidays.
In addition to pursuing a career in veterinary medicine (after years of dabbling in a variety of different jobs), I am also a volunteer firefighter/EMT – one of the few women in my department. I joined the department soon after moving to Maryland, having been inspired by the events of 9/11 to join the brotherhood. I am a historian and educator by training, so I frequently ponder some of the places we, as Americans and humans, have been in our pasts. God bless a liberal arts education!
Personally, I am struggling to find my own voice as I enter a new phase of my life. I am divorced from a man who was my best friend and hero – but who was unfaithful and abusive. Hence, trusting people and being able to ‘own my feelings’ without fear are some things I am working on. I have a huge heart that I wear on my sleeve and I am loyal, kind, and faithful – guess I should apply for a job as a Golden Retriever 🙂 I love to travel (wish I had the resources to do more), cook and bake, read and watch movies. Music is a huge part of my world and, as you will see in my writing, frequently inspires me. I love to laugh and shamefully admit to having a “Family Guy” and “Big Bang Theory” sense of humor. I am delighted every day by this amazing age of technology, communication, and invention. I have a wonderful circle of friends who have supported me through the good and bad, highs and lows. I have a fire department brotherhood that gives me entertainment, diversity, and education at every turn. I give thanks to God every day for the blessings I have been given.
Like I said, I am a rather ordinary girl in an extraordinary world…
I just realized that we have very similar blog titles…except the girl bit 🙂
Hi! I found you on Freshly Pressed. I happened to click around on your pictures a bit and noticed that you went to Hartwick College. My sister is currently a student there, getting a degree in history. (Small world!) I’m originally from Unadilla, NY which is about 10 minutes away from Oneonta. Now I go to school in Rochester, NY (which also happens to be close to LeRoy). Anyway, I thought I would share this random bit of information since we seem to have these small things in common. Congrats on being Freshly Pressed!
i have no idea how i stumbled upon your blog, but after reading through Happy Envy, i couldn’t stop myself from reading more. You are such a fascinating person and, I have come to greatly admire the courage, the honesty, and the authentic way you are sharing your life. Your writing is brilliant, funny and the way you string words together a joy to read. For being so reserved, thank you for sharing who you are with the world. I too am in my a single woman learning to accept and fully appreciate her journey called life, in my mid 30s. I live in CA, and am a fan–you are a true inspiration of which this world needs more.
I look forward to getting to know you in the days and weeks to come. So, Be strong. Be Courageous. Be brave.