Category Archives: Writings

Not Ok.

You do know it’s ok? But I’m not ok. That’s ok too. Sometimes the days are too long and we have trouble filling them with things that fill us. If you are not ok (and that’s totally fine – I’ve been there.) please reach out for help. The holidays are a difficult time of yearContinue reading “Not Ok.”

A “Normal” Thursday

I will preface this by saying that none of our days are “normal!” First, you must realize that my baseline is major stress and anxiety. Second, with the twins soon to be turning 18 and the freedoms that come with that age, I’m even more stressed! Oh, and we’re moving! Yeah…do you see now? So,Continue reading “A “Normal” Thursday”

Mental Health Help

Oh, friends! It has been such a time for us! I’m so sorry that my blogging has taken such a back seat to my life, but, as you will learn, this is sometimes necessary. Last night I learned that Child #3 had relapsed big-time into a former, concerning behavior. He slashed the heck out ofContinue reading “Mental Health Help”

Spiritual Gifts

I was reading a blog today (Shout out to Mamalava!!!) and she made a reference to spiritual gifts. I’m like, what’s she talking about? Turns out this is a whole thing! There is a test to take and then you find out where your spiritual strengths are. Ok. I’m in! Here is the link inContinue reading “Spiritual Gifts”

Letting Go of Hate

As most of you know, I have an abusive ex-husband.  I struggle daily with forgiveness and love for this individual.  In my opinion, he doesn’t deserve it.  Pure and simple.  If it had just been his horrible treatment of me, maybe I could let it go.  It wasn’t.  He hurt our children.  Not one orContinue reading “Letting Go of Hate”

Vengeance is not Mine

I could have hit you from behind A slight bump and You would fall You would be angry Maybe get off your motorcycle and come looking For a fight You would see me then Recognition would dawn in your eyes You would feel fear I could take my foot from The brake Run you overContinue reading “Vengeance is not Mine”

Vindication…At Least For Now

I was once a strong 17-year-old woman who was the Concertmaster of her youth symphony. Who walked around with her head held high. Who owned whatever area she was in. I was the one they looked up to. I was the leader. I was the warrior. Then I met David. He was wonderful to me.Continue reading “Vindication…At Least For Now”

Have You Gone Back to School?

Today was the first day of the 2023 – 2024 school year for us.  I had to ferry the two teenagers to their respective schools this morning.  That part was fine, though we were running a bit behind, and that made things more tense. First, I dropped off Child #3 at his high school.  HeContinue reading “Have You Gone Back to School?”

Five Things That Bring Me Joy

Thank you, Pooja, for bringing this cool trend to my attention! I have always thought that an attitude of gratitude is the best!  Instead of writing a list of things that make me happy, though, I’m focusing on what brings me joy.  Happiness is fleeting.  True joy isn’t.  So…here is my list: 1.  My GodContinue reading “Five Things That Bring Me Joy”