Not that long ago, what I can only presume is an "older gentleman", and by "older", I mean over fifty, but probably closer to seventy, sent me a private message on Facebook to complain about my use of a word. I remember reading the message and thinking "Are you for real?" Initially I ignored it, … Continue reading The Well-Placed Word
People
People Aren’t Born Good Or Bad
“People aren't born good or bad. Maybe they're born with tendencies either way, but it's the way you live your life that matters.” ―Cassandra Clare, City of Glass
Be Honest With People About Who You Are
Earlier in the day I was thinking about someone I know, and how long he had to keep his sexuality a secret, out of fear that his friends, family, and career would all fade away. It disturbed me. It still does. I'm happy that he was able to tell everyone in his life, met someone, … Continue reading Be Honest With People About Who You Are
When Someone You Love…
“When someone you love makes compassion, kindness, forgiveness, respect, and God an option, you can be sure they have made you an option, as well.” ―Shannon L. Alder
Trying To Cope
Have you ever wondered if you're trying too hard? If you have to question yourself, then you probably are. But what if you're being told that you aren't trying hard enough? It's incredibly confusing, and downright counterintuitive, to have someone tell you you're not trying hard enough when they don't actually see how hard you … Continue reading Trying To Cope
We Fear Things
"We fear things because we value them. We fear losing people because we love them. We fear dying because we value being alive. Don't wish you didn't fear anything. All that would mean is that you didn't feel anything." -Cassandra Clare, Lord of Shadows
Pull The Trigger
Almost two weeks ago, after an appointment with the Certified Nurse Practitioner at my doctor's office, I went into the afternoon with one thought in mind: What are my triggers? It began to nag at me, until a few things dawned on me. I keep a food journal to track what I'm eating each day. … Continue reading Pull The Trigger
Written by LISA MARINO-Molchanova 