I'm realizing tonight that I haven't written much lately. I used to write here 1-2 times weekly, and that pace has slowly dwindled to 1-2 times monthly. And there's a very simple reason for that: this blog of mine is fulfilling it's purpose beautifully. It has been the outlet that has allowed me to safely... Continue Reading →
The Gift
I awoke this morning to a gentle kiss on my cheek, and a whispered "I love you" from my hubby. Since I am quite well-known for being a grumpy-bear first thing in the morning before coffee, he quickly follows that up with: "You don't have to get up yet, I just thought you might be... Continue Reading →
Giving Yourself Grace
The art of granting oneself grace, of having some self-compassion, doesn't come naturally to me...I'm more inclined to be hard on myself. (I think that many of us are that way! The old adage of "being your own worst critic" can be pretty accurate) But finally, as 2018 progresses, I can confidently say that I... Continue Reading →
You Feel It…
An unsettling thing happens when you stop self-medicating; that is, when you stop distracting yourself with online shopping, or pouring that glass of wine in the evening, or continue "getting things done" instead of just being still for a few damn minutes...or however it is that you subconsciously attempt to pad the pain that life... Continue Reading →
Evretts Mountain 