Do you ever have a good adulting day? A day when you feel confident, content, and capable of executing your responsibilities? They come around every
In early May, Arthur and I lost our friend Dave to suicide. I wish I could say it was a surprise, but it wasn’t. We
I’m going to address the elephant in the room: I haven’t posted anything in nearly two years. My anxiety and depression were such that adding
Part of my anxiety as a kid was being called out for not knowing or understanding something I “should.” Whether it was a pop culture
My writing has stalled significantly this year. On the bright side, it’s not for lack of ideas. Fully developed sentences run through my mind but
I spent this year’s Fourth of July indoors, per usual. Some people find this odd and question my patriotism when they find out. But between
Last time I came out of a depressive episode, Russia invaded Ukraine and my dad died, which sent me spiraling back into the dark pit.
I hesitated to share my last post, because I knew it would elicit uncomfortable feelings for others. While putting depression into words isn’t new for
Identifying the early signs of a depressive spell helps me prepare for what’s to come. Much like a storm warning, the telltale changes in my
A list of things I’ve lost in the four months since my last post: • my father• 20 pounds• patience with my rambunctious sons• the
My doctor officially diagnosed me with hypertension, which has been a blessing and a curse. I’m glad it’s being monitored and taken seriously; I’m now
When I was a kid, I had a lot of labels put upon me by other people. Sensitive. Responsible. Smart. Pretty. Square. Naive. Shy. Polite.
My faith in humanity was restored this morning, while my ego took a hit. Let me explain. I’m a big believer in donating blood, if
Having a mental illness has its perks, folks! The CDC recently expanded its eligibility requirements for COVID booster shots, and mental health conditions qualify. This
It turns out “contemporary romance” doesn’t mean what I think it means. AND it’s not the same thing as “chick lit.” I’m also learning that
The world continues to be heavy. I try to supplement my reading list with lighter fare to help take the edge off. During the beginning
The book I had in mind to begin this blog, The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, has been lauded by many of my favorite writers.