How to cry more?I cry far less than I should, and I don’t think that’s super healthy. Maybe it’s how I learned to cope. I resort to fun and humor instead. As if my mind gently ~yet firmly~ steers me away from sadness. Because when I do cry, my body pays the... (...)
Ever Outgrown a Version of Yourself?Have you ever looked back at who you were 5 or 10 years ago and thought, “Wow… I don’t even recognize that person anymore.” Lately I’ve been reflecting on the different versions of myself I’ve lived through — the ambitious one chasing titles, the... (...)
Don't mind me, just reflectingAnd one day you'll realize It doesn't hurt anymore You don't miss them the same way You don't define yourself by what you lost Because now you have found yourself again And you're more whole than you've ever been
Good morningFriday the 13th... ! Yesterday the qigong seminar was officially over, but we said to meet today, do a quick 15min practice at the beach, then have a coffee at a cafe, just next to the beach... I am looking forward to it. Later I need to pay some... (...)
thank you all beloveds, time to go for tonightit is raining heavily outside... Lucy is sleeping in her basket... it's been a lot today..but went through and I am somewhat lighter now going to sleep I'll post a pic of Lucy in the comments
Workplace security exams are like You and your friend Marco are taking a break and chatting in the appropriate gathering area. Marco is telling you of his recent divorce, and you want to let him know you’re listening and care. Over Marco’s shoulder you see a suspicious person in dar... (...)
Celebrities using go fund me for medical bills is Bull****RIP Dawson's Creek guy cancer is a horrible disease and I have sympathy for anyone who is effected by it in their life. But a millionaires family asking for money for his medical bills disgusted me. GoFundMe should have a individuals net worth... (...)
Favorite Stephen King adapted movie?Close for me between Shawshank & Green Mile. I just saw one I didn’t know was a King story called Life of Chuck. Very unusual and very good I thought. It came out in 2025.
Favorite Treat Growing Up. What was your favorite oddity, nostalgic snack growing up? It can be anything from your favorite secret baked good your great-aunt made when you'd visit, or anything commercially made as well. Growing up in Milwaukee, I'd beg, steal, and borrow to... (...)
I had a revelation about myself the other dayThat I'm afraid of trusting others and letting them get close. It cracked me open, I'd been unconsciously deceiving myself with narratives like "I don't care, i don't need people". I was really afraid of feeling like I don't matter, being... (...)
Not feeling great todayI've been dizzy off and on all day and my chest is hurting. Thankfully I'm working from home and it's a slow day and I have grandma here too help with Star. Hopefully I feel better before the kids get home. Grandma has volunteered to cook... (...)
Feeling much better todayI am feeling much better today. Which is good because tonight is my favorite night of the week. Our daughter has her Cello lesson and Joel is bringing home deli sandwiches and pasta salad for work. They boys are going to play fortnight with their... (...)
Did you hear Trump’s latest Boogie Man story?On Truth Social Trump posted about the dangers of Canada signing a trade deal with China. One of the things he said was “The First thing China will do is terminate ALL Ice Hockey being played in Canada, and permanently eliminate The Stanley Cup.”... (...)
Dear friends my heart breaksMy college boy has been struggling so hard. He thinks he needs to drop out due to failing. And he of course is very unhappy. This hits me hard. So much hope I had for him. I did not see this coming. I failed him in some way. I didn’t teach... (...)
Should I be worried Our daughter notice this on the cat while she was trimming his nails. Should I be concerned or take him to the vet?
Heartwarming Pre-Valentines Gift 🌻 Was very surprised that my close friend (it’s a girl and platonic) gifted me a stuffy sunflower. It was touching that she remembers that I like sunflower (even my exes don’t care about it so I’ve never really received any flowers before) cause I am... (...)