Welcome, fellow wanderers of the psychological cosmos! As we bid farewell to the Year of the Rabbit (which was predicted to be the year of hope and peace and that didn’t quite go as predicted) let’s take a whimsical stroll through the highlights that made 2023 a rollercoaster […]
As the year wraps itself up in the twinkle of holiday lights, I find solace in embracing traditions that weave through the fabric of my Puerto Rican heritage. This Noche Buena, the night before Christmas, is a celebration of comfort, nostalgia, and a generous sprinkle of irreverence that […]
Is your life today what you pictured a year ago? I can’t help but acknowledge the unpredictable twists of the past year. Last year, I triumphantly checked off the last state on my list, relishing the adventurer’s spirit that guided me to the snowy landscapes of Alaska. Little […]
As the calendar pages flutter towards the one-year mark, I find myself standing at the intersection of contemplation and decision-making. A year—a turbulent, unpredictable whirlwind that ushered in death’s profound silence, my own battles with illness, and the echo of a dog’s recovery from surgery. In this juncture […]
Here I am, tapping away at the keys, a tired conductor orchestrating the symphony of fatigue that echoes through the corridors of my mind. It’s a cacophony of sorys. It’s been 81 days of consecutive thoughts and words, a marathon of musings that now faces the challenge of […]
What positive events have taken place in your life over the past year? In the tapestry of a challenging year, where shadows cast their long stretches, there are threads of light that weave through the fabric of our lives. As I reflect on the past twelve months, a […]
In the lyrics of the hauntingly beautiful song “The Other Side” by Ruelle, there’s a poignant phrase that resonates deeply with me: “We are buried in broken dreams.” These words hold the weight of a year filled with heartbreaks, challenges, and shattered aspirations. This year of 2023 has […]
I’m one of those people who looks forward to the holiday season year-long. And, once Christmas comes, I have typically left the Christmas tree up until late February or even mid-March. This year, it went away by three-kings day. And, I don’t know why. It could certainly be […]
Dear 2022 Here is a brief letter of gratitude now that I have had some days to reflect back on the year that recently was. First off, thank you for ending. The year seemed unusually long and tedious, at times. Why I had to get covid this past […]
It might be wednesday. It might not be wednesday. I’m living within a day-free fog zone at the moment. I know I get up, make my super sweet coffee while also drinking a Red Bull. Wait, I actually haven’t had a Red Bull in a few days. That […]