I have headaches. I've had headaches since I was five. Migraines. Incessant pounding with every heartbeat. Excruciating pain that pulses through my head. They can last for days; often for more than a week. I carry my stress in my back and neck. Painful muscular knots begin near my scapula and work their way upwards … Continue reading When stress incapacitates
Month: January 2019
Eat Like the Locals
"Food is the most primitive form of comfort." ~ Sheilah Graham One of the best and worst thing about being out of town is not knowing where to eat. Chain restaurants While chain restaurants are a safe choice, there's no adventure to it. I got in late last night and ate at the Ruby Tuesday's™ … Continue reading Eat Like the Locals
The Dance
"Dancing is moving to the music without stepping on anyone's toes, pretty much the same as life. ~ Robert Brault Combining two families into one home is a tricky feat until you find a system that works . . .and works well. It may be even more difficult when one family is your adult daughter's … Continue reading The Dance
Survival mode
Some days. . . It's easy to forget where I started and how hard I've worked to get where I am right now. Other days. . . The fears and insecurities and questions are circling around in my head and it seems the struggle will never end. I didn't work this hard with all the … Continue reading Survival mode
Solitude
"I think it's very healthy to spend time alone. You need to know how to be alone and not be defined by another person." ~ Oscar Wilde I've noticed that many people don't like solitude. As if, by spending a few minutes or hours alone, they will be alone forever. Being alone is not the … Continue reading Solitude
The Road Back Home 