Shining brightly in a dark world
I know I've done these types of posts many times before, but once again I am attempting a return to an activity which - despite my long absences and sporadic interaction - is very near and dear to my heart... blogging. My reasons for this cycle of stopping-and-starting-again are many and confusing, even to me, … Continue reading Coming Back
Sometime during the month of December I received an email from WordPress announcing their first ever "Bloganuary" challenge - write a post a day based on the prompt/directive they send out - in order to jump-start your new year blogging habits and connect with other bloggers. Of course I was interested, though deep down I … Continue reading Bloganuary – “What Advice Would You Give to Your Teenage Self?”
Hey everybody! Just wanted to drop in and give a quick life update, since it's apparently been a hot minute since I've written anything here (yeah, life gets busy sometimes, don't it?) Quite honestly, my life has consisted of working night shift with my little preemie babies. The babies are my absolute favorite, but I'm … Continue reading Latest Life Updates
Washington State is my home. Correction, was my home. I have lived in WA my entire life. I am a native Washingtonian. The mountains, trees, and Pacific Ocean are familiar and beloved sights. I never thought that I would need to leave the home state that I loved. Washington State is not what it used … Continue reading Far From the Home I Love
When I first sat down to write this, I tried very hard to think of a clever title and a good way to start, but I couldn't think of anything quite right, and so here we are. My mental health and struggles are something that I don't often discuss with others, but seeing as how … Continue reading Hope and Peace: My Mental Health Journey
A Special Strength 