#JustKeepSwimming | JM Stebbins

Your Song

“Life always kind of works out,” said my counselor to me a while back. I so badly wanted to argue, and say, Notta. But it really got me...

Down With the Sickness

We’ve all heard the saying, “That’s about as fun as a colonoscopy.” Actually, I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone say it, but I’m going...

I Take My Chances

You’ll recall I’ve turned to high waisted pants these days. I don’t move as quickly as I used to. And I’m starting to embarrass my kids....

I'm Alive

It’s hard to know where to begin in my relationship with her, but I think this story is best. She doesn’t live too far from me, and...

Hello

Yesterday I was listening to a podcast about why blogging is important for your speaking career. (Yip, I’m that awesome. I wasn’t out...

WED '22 Interview

ICYMI: Jackie joined her friends on the local CBS morning show, Studio 701, for an update on her journey with autoimmune encephalitis and...

Time Marches On

I have no idea when, but once when I was younger, I asked my dad why we had to change time during the year. He told me very matter of...

I Want to Hold Your Hand

I am a very social person. Truly, one of the most social people I know. In law school, I became close with someone who was the shyest...

#StebbinsStrong shirt store

Ever wonder where Jackie got those great high tops or haircut (no ... maybe ... probably not)? Or what about, Where does she get her...

One Headlight

“That’s a big deal and you’re incredibly stupid for standing in the middle of a dark road,” she said as she laughed hard and flashed me a...

I'll Be Home for Christmas

I often wonder what it would be like to go back in time and watch myself as a kid. As my kids grow, I’ve become obsessed with asking my...

It's a Big Ol' Goofy World

While growing up, the “worst” thing to happen at home was Dad going grocery shopping. No matter what, no matter the season, Dad came back...

The House That Built Me (Part II)

“You know they say, you can’t go home again. But I just want to come back one last time.” As my brain had already checked me out of life...

I Want to Break Free

I found this NYT’s video opinion piece to be very thought provoking. I encourage you to watch it to think about what “quitting” means to...

Carry On

When I wake, the first thing I do is decide that I’m still really tired (stupid AE aftermath). The second thing I do is walk straight to...