Why!? Why do I have so much anger that I have the shortest fuse out of anyone I know? They claim you become your environment. That your behavior is learned. Growing up, my dad was always seemingly angry (that is when he was around). He was constantly yelling at us; threatening us with belts and... Continue Reading →
Life as a stay at home parent... Spend literally all day cleaning and what do you have to show for it at the end of the day? Having one child, being a stay at home parent was easy. I only had one little human to worry about. It was generally easy for me to keep... Continue Reading →
Embraced in a hug he asks, "are you okay?" "Am I ever truly okay?" She says while holding back the same tears she has been consumed with for eternity. Happy memories become faded behind a door of shame and self wallowing. Itching to defeat the dark monster, but consumed with the thoughts of ending all... Continue Reading →
As I previously mentioned in my post This Year In Review, I mentioned a little bit about stirring up old feelings in regards to my father. About two years ago I decided to finally put up a wall between he and I. I figured what was done was done and since I couldn't move past... Continue Reading →
Typically I am not afraid to voice my opinions or call people out when it is deserved. However, there have been numerous times where I chose to say nothing when really I had a lot to say. Some of these things still play in my head, wondering what life would be like now had I... Continue Reading →
Like I mentioned in my last post Sincerely, Jenn, this year has been particularly chaotic. In January, we found out my mom's brother who ran away when he was barely a teenager had been killed in a hit and run accident in 1986. He was a John Doe for over 30 years. For years my... Continue Reading →
Dear 2019, What a year you have been. Prior to your beginning, I was nothing but excited to see where you would take me. Now, nearly half way over, I am cautiously optimistic that the second half will be better than the first half. You have definitely been a challenge for me and my family.... Continue Reading →
Well here we are, another new year. To start the year off we have been reorganizing the house. Chris was able to take vacation for this week, which has been really nice. It helps having him here to get a lot more done around the house (and me getting some extra sleep time in). Christmas... Continue Reading →
December 26th. Something about Christmas being over makes me really want to organize. Toys have taken over the house, dishes overflowing onto the counters from the sink, and I begin to feel overwhelmed with the need to organize. I suppose it is also in part of being pregnant and feeling like I need to "nest"... Continue Reading →
