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Category Archives: faith
Solitude for $200, Alex…
I’m extremely thankful to be an individual who enjoys solitude. I don’t shun social activity but I’m happy to be on my own. During this unprecedented time, many of us find ourselves either alone or maybe spending too much time … Continue reading
Thankful and grateful…
No slices of fiction or poetry today, just stark reality. A year ago today, I was trying to do too much too fast and I took an epic tumble on the hardwood floor at my mother’s house. More concerned about … Continue reading
Posted in challenges, faith, learning experiences, life lessons, persistence
Tagged challenges, faith, family, friends, strength, Thankfulness
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Best laid plans…
As most of us know, we can plan, plan, and plan some more. And, as most of us know, plans don’t always work out. I adhere to a firm belief that things happen for reasons so when things don’t pan … Continue reading
Posted in challenges, faith, Health
Tagged challenges, humility, lessons, reading, reflection, Thankfulness
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Fighting the good fight…
My family is very small. When we suffer a loss, it has a huge impact. Last Friday, my uncle departed this life for a well-deserved rest in the hereafter. I’m so glad I was able to be immersed in his … Continue reading
Posted in faith, family, gratitude, Grief, inspiration
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Ch..ch…ch…changes…
Now many of you are irritated that the David Bowie song is flitting through your head. Don’t be annoyed, be happy with it! Change is a mantle to be worn with grace, embrace it. Do not let it burden you, … Continue reading
Posted in challenges, Change, faith, frost, gratitude, journey, learning experiences, life lessons, Relationships
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“Dance like no one is watching…”
This is a great reminder to us all. We become so enmeshed in life that we forget to do the simple things. We become so wrapped up in who we are, and who they are, and maybe we should be … Continue reading
Posted in Celebration, challenges, faith, inspiration, journey, learning experiences, life lessons, loss
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Seemingly insurmountable challenges…
Behind my laughing, calm facade is a constant battle between good and evil. No, it’s not a super-hero battle but the one waged between the binge-eating devil and the clean-eating fairy. I haven’t always been obese, just the majority of … Continue reading
Posted in Binge eating, challenges, faith, Health, inspiration, life lessons, love, mindset, obesity, perseverance, rewards, strong women, Struggles, Thankfulness, transitions, transparency, wellness
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The moment, and trying to live in it…
Words are my thing. I love them: learning them, using them, imagining them. Sometimes I feel I’m at my best in words; on paper, they can express my feelings at times better than I can verbalize. It’s a little safer … Continue reading
Posted in faith, gratitude, inspiration, journey, life lessons, lyrics, mindset, music
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The season of giving…
It’s been quite a while since I’ve posted anything. My apologies. While I admit my job uses up most of my energy, I have to learn to take time for my writing. But then, I need to get back to … Continue reading
Atypical female thoughts…
The stereotype about women indicates we like to shop, have our nails done, have our hair done and dress up all of the time. I’m happy to say I don’t fit that stereotype, not by a long shot. Don’t get … Continue reading
Posted in Celebration, faith, gender, gratitude, inspiration, journey, learning experiences, music, Springsteen
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