Impromptu Hiatus

There has been a deep lull in my work lately. I will not apologize for it, I feel like life happens to everyone. This does not warrant apology. My mom discovered a lump on her breast 2 years ago. It got worse while I was in school obtaining my masters in psychology. She neglected it,Continue reading “Impromptu Hiatus”

When I found me

I have learned so much these past few years! I am most definitely not going to be so trusting…. Absolutely in love with my boundaries and not so easily giving that love away! I need communication to be free-flowing and mutual. And, when I know I see something that is there, I should trust thatContinue reading “When I found me”

Peace in chaos

I’ve had a rough few months. My family is good, but everything else is crazy hard, right now. I have been in tears more times than I can count. I understand that it all works out, but I don’t understand how. Which is the right move? Where is the right step to make it better?Continue reading “Peace in chaos”

The little things…

Should we start by saying that big things come in small packages? Or, maybe mention how small talk brings a big impact? How about my favorite sayng when I was in high school, “I may be small, but I’m mean and mighty”! There are so many ways that the seemingly insignificant has brought about revolutionaryContinue reading “The little things…”

Starting again

Where some may find me insane, others find me heroic for beginning my masters degree at this time. Please, allow me to give a little insight; I am currently one month away from being half a century in age, I have 5 children age 2 to 10 in my home, my childcare assistance has beenContinue reading “Starting again”

I am a guide, not a guru

Most of the time, I know what I need to do. There are times that I am not able to do what I know I need to. I struggle with the need to be prepared to assist others in what they ask of me. Fear grips my soul when I realize that I am tryingContinue reading “I am a guide, not a guru”

Some have it rough…

I’ve been through an enormous amount of pain and struggle. Mostly emotional. My physical strength was never challenged much, but emotionally, I have been to the max more times than I can say. Right now is no exception. I am currently pushing through the challenge of stagnation in my career. I’ve been content to justContinue reading “Some have it rough…”

Happy new year!

Starting the new year on better footing is always a great idea and sets the tone for how you want the end of this year to look. It is also the culmination of the learning experiences of years past. Have we grown or are we stagnant? The best of opportunities and blessings in the comingContinue reading “Happy new year!”

Coping with pain while trying to remain an active parent

http://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/patient/resources/pain-self-management/parenting-chronic-pain-under-lockdown The times are rife with creative and imaginative methods of coping. We have a variety of pain, stress, fear and isolation issues to deal with while trying to shield our children from experiencing too much of it, themselves. While doing some research on my desired focus, I came across this very potent article. IContinue reading “Coping with pain while trying to remain an active parent”