These are introductions to the most important characters in my life. I know you’ll love them as much as I do.
While writing these bios, I realized that there is no possible way I can fit any of these people into a blog post. They all need and deserve a complete novel. But I’ll try.
(Names have been changed to protect the identities of the people I love. And the animals too because why not?)
Midge – the Current Bestie
She was outgoing, talkative, and loud. The opposite of me. But they say opposites attract…
Lily Potter – the OG Bestie
Her death left a gaping hole in the world. But I’m a better human for having known her while she was here.
Skipper – Daughter, Born Ready
One of her first full sentences was “Mom, leave me alone.” She hasn’t slowed down since.
Harry – Son, Culinary Wanderer
When he was four, he told me he wanted to be a chef. He never changed his mind.
Ken – Hubby, Geek, Adrenaline Junkie
He was the cute boy all the girls had crushes on. And he was completely oblivious.
Dad – the Unfortunate Roommate
A neat freak. Stuck in a house with four ADHD brains. He’s a good sport about it.
Mom – the Wind Beneath my Wings
“A head is getting shaved today. You choose – yours or mine.”
Podunk – Stepdad from a Little Podunk Town
He made a point of sharpening a whole box of pencils to different lengths because he knew it would drive me insane. And he cackled the whole time.
Paprika and The Beast – An Unlikely Duo
A princess and a menace. A cold war with fur.