Another Sign?

So the other day my mother's favorite birds graced the tree in front of my kitchen window, making me feel like she was right there with me. Last night I was reading a post by one of my favorite bloggers, Jeanne Foguth, and found out an interesting fact. My Dad and Hilary Rodham Clinton's Dad had the …

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Anyone that has gotten an email or note from me lately may have noticed that I have started signing my name as "Lydia!" Why an exclamation mark after my name? Why not? Lydia is a strong name and I feel strong (well, when I am not in pain and/or depressed of course). But actually, thinking …