Perfectionism Is Not Perfect

Perfectionism is not perfect. Perfectionism is not kind. Perfectionism will not release me, But cause me to lose my mind. I am caught in a web of good, better, best. What will people say? What will I do? Worry worry worry away the whole day through! Perfectionism isn’t perfect How can you say? Perfectionism isContinue reading “Perfectionism Is Not Perfect”

It Was Almost

It was almost Christmas It was almost Mass It was almost the happiest time of the year It was almost a dream come true It was almost the fulfillment of so many dreams It was almost real It was almost like my heart never broke It was almost as if someone actually cared It wasContinue reading “It Was Almost”

Salsa-Stuffed Chicken Thighs

I started this post two days ago, and then promptly forgot about it as soon as I was interrupted!  Geesh!!!  I’d blame it on getting older, but I’m really not all that old (do not pay any attention to the children rolling their eyes!) Our world is in an uproar right now.  We are livingContinue reading “Salsa-Stuffed Chicken Thighs”

The Face of the Shelter

As some (or all of you, if you’ve been paying attention!) know, Children #’s 2, 3, 4, and I are currently residing in a homeless shelter.  It isn’t bad.  It’s not ideal, of course, but at least we have our own room and bathroom.  There is a kitchen that we share with several other rooms. Continue reading “The Face of the Shelter”

A Family Mental Health Update

It has been brought to my attention that at least one of you (Shout out to Tamara!!!) want to know what’s up with our family (and our mental health!) So, here you go! Not having a home is very challenging, especially when it comes to mental health. Child #3 is still taking his pills, butContinue reading “A Family Mental Health Update”