Another month almost gone and what have I done. Well, to hone my writing skills, I’ve entered a contest called, “Essay to My Younger Self.” You’d think this would be easy enough. After all, I have many years of experience behind me to give advice. But honestley, it took more thought than I expected. I had written five different essays, each with 1,000 words, and ended up choosing the last one. With the deadline being June 30th, I finally got it submitted June 27th.

The writing of the story is the easy part, sort of, as long as you don’t re-write it five times. The fine tuning and revisions are the hard part. Every contest has rules. If you don’t follow those rules exactly, then you are disqualified. The essay must conform to the theme they want with exact word count, layout, font and font size, correct spelling, no typos, page numbers, author name, etc.. It can be exhausting, but I love it. I proofread over and over and over again to make sure it’s to the best of my ability.

The winners are announced in 90 days. By then, I will forget I even entered the contest. I just hope I’m good enough to place in one of the five spots. If you don’t enter, you can’t win. Right? Wish me luck.

I’m happy to say, I no longer have need for crutches, scooter, nor aircast! My journey into the abyss is over after 116 days of hell. I still have a ways to go before I’m 100% pain-free, but I’m walking with a shoe on now. I’ve walked my Tuco a few times, which was a challenge for both of us. I have to remind him that mom can’t walk as fast as dad does. He tries, at least he wants me to walk him, which makes me happy.

Summer is here and my Love Bug has discovered sprinklers! He loves playing with them and biting them. So far, we’ve only had to replace one. He also has a doggie swimming pool but doesn’t quite get what it is. He thinks it’s a big drinking bowl. lol

One more thing this month. Tuco’s motorhome got a brand new driveway to park on; no more rocks, dirt, uneven grassy patches, or mud to walk over. :)

So, that’s it for June. Until next time, we hope you’re making memories and enjoying your summer with family and friends.

God bless and stay safe.

Skip’s mom, Cb