I almost made it without thinking about you today I amost made it without shedding a tear I almost made it without feeling your absence I almost made it without feeling guilt I almost made it without thinking of what could have been I almost made it without […]
What are your daily habits? There is a book called the Power of Habit – Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg that explores the science behind habit creation and reformation. He does a great job explaining habit formation, and thus, I […]
This year has not been kind. It’s been one challenge, devastation, or roadblock after another. People widely remark on my strength. And, that I do have. However, everything takes a toll eventually. Unrelenting Unbelievable Unbearable Unfortunate Uneasy Unkind Uncertain Unmoored Untethered Unappealing But hopefully unbreakable
He stood at the very back of the arena, taking in the scene. He watched as she danced and cheered. He was happy to see her smile. Yet, he was heartbroken that she was smiling again outside of his presence. He was shrouded in grief and sadness. He […]
What gives you direction in life? Eureka! I loved that highly underrated television show. But, I am not here to talk about that quirky, goofy show. I experienced a “eureka” moment the other night. I struck gold. I had a lightbulb moment. Well, in reverse order. I didn’t […]
Even since my spouse died, I have received numerous phone calls from real estate companies inquiring about whether I was going to sell the house. I have, until recently, politely noted my house is not on the market. Everyone has advised me not to make major decisions the […]
What’s something most people don’t understand? Immediately, upon losing a dear one, you are often emotionally devastated. You are left without words. You may even forget to eat. Then, depending on your associated role with the one who has passed, you get mired in paperwork and various heavy […]
Grief is a lonely journey. Others will offer you compassion. Others will offer a shoulder and hand. Many will say kind words. Many will send condolence notes that are touching. It is lovely and comforting to have well-meaning people around you. However, no one else can truly mourn […]
Today, as I was going from one home to another, I started thinking about all the places I have visited. Well, I traveled to. I’ve been to all 50 US states, as well as two territories. And, I hate that phrase. I was thinking of the places as […]
I really love baths. For the past decade, or so, I’ve tried taking a bath every night. It’s my time. My gift to myself. There were times, in the past, when I took baths and answered work calls. Dumb move. Really, dumb move. Anyone will tell you that […]
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