Being Real

Domestic Violence: It’s Always Going To Be Personal

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Domestic Violence: It’s Always Going To Be Personal I don’t talk about my personal life on this platform much. You’d really have to know me and be able to read between the lines to pick up on subtle nuances. However, there’s an issue that’s been bothering me and I have decided to open up here … Continue reading Domestic Violence: It’s Always Going To Be Personal

The Need For Silence

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Tomorrow is Samhain, which is Halloween for the uninitiated who can't even pronounce what I just said. I've taken some time this week to be quiet, to look deeply within, and to give myself some space. Every year brings a new set of challenges, and I am hoping to embark on happier ones this time … Continue reading The Need For Silence

Why Are Birthdays So Rough On Some Of Us & Happy-Go-Lucky For Others?

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Why Are Birthdays So Rough On Some Of Us & Happy-Go-Lucky For Others? I’ve never understood this, and maybe I never will. My birthday blues have hit me early this year, and they’ve hit hard. I’m days ahead of the actual day, and all I can think is “What’s the point? I might as well … Continue reading Why Are Birthdays So Rough On Some Of Us & Happy-Go-Lucky For Others?

The Little Things

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You know you're a writer who lives and dies by her laptop when replacing your laptop battery is a big deal. What's worse, you're excited about the fact that you got it for a good price and it should be here sooner rather than later. The fact that I considered getting a second one "just … Continue reading The Little Things

Defining Your Issues

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Defining Your Issues It’s taken me a long time to admit that my biggest issue is asking for help. I get in over my head and then I drown because I never, ever expect to be rescued by anyone. I am the kind of woman who has always rescued herself. Unfortunately, the past two years … Continue reading Defining Your Issues

Have You Ever Had A Day…

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Have You Ever Had A Day...   We've all had days where we'd like to call into work or life "dead". For me, today is one of those days. I've reached a breaking point. It started yesterday, when I had to walk away from a very serious look at suicide. No, I am not seeking … Continue reading Have You Ever Had A Day…

The Decision

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It always helps to have a plan, but some days, it's perfectly acceptable to wing it. Over the last ten years or so, I've had a deep, abiding urge to tell a long list of people precisely what I think of them. In many instances, I have chosen to refrain. Not out of fear, but … Continue reading The Decision

Something New, Something Old…

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Sometimes, it's good to return to your roots. It helps remind you where you come from, how far you have come from step one, and how much more you intend to achieve. "Poison In Lethal Doses" was always my place to be brutally honest. That will continue on here. It was my "Say anything, and … Continue reading Something New, Something Old…