Rocks

I’ve been obsessed with rocks lately.  Well, “obsessed” is an overstatement.  I guess I’ve just been much more aware of their presence in the world lately.  I find myself being curiously magnetized to certain rocks during my daily walks or while out at recess with the kids.  I mean, it’s not every rock I see … Continue reading »

Feeding My Needs the Wrong Food

Last year, I went on a date.  (Oh man, that’s a funny statement to look at).  It was an old acquaintance who always had a crush on me.  I met him about 6 years ago, very soon after I separated from my ex-husband and always found a way to side step and avoid his sweet attempts … Continue reading »

Cuddling, Kissing and “Cuddling”

Let’s face it, we all have needs.  We all need to be hugged, smiled at, encouraged…. and um occasionally participate in that ever so important “cuddle time.” Now, I’m not necessarily proud of what I’m about to divulge on my personal yet oh so public blog, but I have not “cuddled” anyone special in over … Continue reading »

The Road Home

Have you ever lost the person you loved most in the world?  Have you ever dealt with the numb pain of saying good-bye forever, as you try to move forward without a chunk of your heart?   I have.   Though I cannot say for sure what day my Godfather died, I believe today marks the anniversary … Continue reading »

I Want New Problems

At this point in my life, I feel ready for a big change, perhaps even a radical shift in the way that my life unfolds and reveals itself on a daily basis. I want new and interesting problems to solve which help me to learn, grow and evolve into an even more wonderful version of myself.  No, I … Continue reading »

A Forgotten Dream

As per the writing challenge posted by a fellow blogger,  …..from the Bungalow, I am going to write a “musical affinity” post.  The intention behind this challenge is to share good music, to encourage thoughtful writing and to introduce people to new blogs they may not be aware of. Though the guidelines to this challenge are not … Continue reading »

Celebrating A New Story

The other day, I decided to celebrate myself by purchasing some flowers and concocting a small love note to myself.  The intention behind this act of self-love was to acknowledge me for all of the hard work I have done over the past several months. As I perused the flower section, I picked out a small bouquet of … Continue reading »

Angels in our midst

Naturally, since my car pooped out on me last year, I use the bus for transportation.  Even though it is not a convenient way to get around, I honestly do enjoy Bend Area Transit.  Since the place I live is a fairly small town, the bus system is cozy and it’s so nice.  I mean, I know most … Continue reading »

Let me introduce myself.

Recently, it dawned on me that I don’t know my mother… and probably haven’t known her at all since I was about 10 or 11 years old (possibly before that, even).  You see, it was around that time that my already terribly dysfunctional family exploded and I chose to disappear into the background in order to protect my … Continue reading »

Forgiveness

I’ve been thinking a lot about forgiveness lately. As you may or may not know,  I’ve been looking for ways to heal past memories and ultimately forgive my mother.  However the process is made more difficult because she has refused over and over again throughout the years to admit that there was anything unhealthy about … Continue reading »