i almost exploded into a million pieces a little over three decades ago. things happened, and the traumatic events, along with genetics, my nature, and certain environmental factors combined and together almost broke me apart. i’ve spent most of my life since then trying to contain and mitigate the damage in a variety of ways, some of them extremely negative. i’m a stubborn person and … Continue reading mental illnesses steal your life
i read a book years ago in which the author used the term “balanced” to refer to a character who was poised at the edge of a mental breakdown. i’ve always considered it a remarkably appropriate term. Continue reading balanced
i had too much cereal this morning. my brain took me to task regarding the quantity almost before i’d finished pouring it. Continue reading when eating cereal is bad
(December 20, 2017) Who doesn’t like the happily ever after at the end of a novel? Who doesn’t celebrate when the main characters head off into the sunset? The idea that happiness can be found in two hours or less is an appealing one. It’s satisfying when things turn out well. It warms the heart. It’s nice when things are simple and tied up with … Continue reading In search of happy ever after.
