There are people in this world that have no idea what they have done. The significant role they have played in my life. The way my voice cracks or my eyes tear-up when I think about them. Speak their name. See their picture. These people marked the most painful pieces of my life with kindness. Many will […]
So I Said No.
I’d like to say I’m sorry. But not to you. To myself. I’m sorry. I’m sorry I haven’t written in a while. I’m sorry this page has collected dust. I’m sorry I haven’t updated my plug-ins for a month. I’m sorry I haven’t been around. I got swept up in another whirlwind. My dreams are […]
There Is No Us. There Is No Them.
I don’t usually watch the news. I find that if I turn it on, it’s impossible to turn off. And it’s usually the same thing over and over again. 5 minutes worth of news lasts 3 hours as reporters and anchors tell the same story again and again. It only fuels the fire and causes […]
My “Last Chance”
I’ve talked about it before, but I’m going to talk about it again. Because apparently it’s a big part of my life. You can’t just ignore these things. I’m 4 weeks post-op from hip surgery #7. When people see me on crutches, they’re all like “Wow, you’re a pro!” Thanks. I’ve had a lot of […]
Fighting For Our Lives
I haven’t written in a few weeks. Recovering from this surgery is slow, boring, and depressing. There. I said it. I’ve had no inspiration. Whenever I find myself lacking in inspirational material, I usually try to watch a movie that’s sure to stir some emotions in my heart. So that’s what I did last night. […]
Everything They Told You About Following Is Wrong
It’s true. Everything they told you about following is wrong. When I first decided to embark on this “serious” blogging adventure, I did a TON of research. I researched various blogging platforms, hosting services, themes, color schemes, marketing strategies, networking sites…you name it. In the end, I picked WordPress over Squarespace, JustHost over Go Daddy, […]
the struggle is real. FIGHT.
I don’t think people truly understand why I write. How can they, when I’m not always sure of the reason myself. I never wanted to be a writer. There were many things I’ve wanted to be: Oceanographer Lawyer Surface Warfare Officer President Doctor Artist Entrepreneur Forensic Accountant Professor All of these careers were–at one time […]
If Only You Could See
It’s funny how I can go a whole day receiving no texts, Facebook messages, or phone calls…then get bombarded when I sit down to paint my nails. I mean giving yourself a manicure is hard enough, people. Try doing so while engaging in 3 conversations at once…all while watching a movie. It takes talent. But […]