Hello, everyone! It's been a while, and under normal circumstances I might apologize, but the truth is; that's not necessary. It's been a very rough period of time for me, and as a direct result, this has affected my health in some very serious ways, which I am trying to reconcile. It's not simple. I … Continue reading Stopping By
Writing
Borges Said…
“Borges said there are only four stories to tell: a love story between two people, a love story between three people, the struggle for power and the voyage. All of us writers rewrite these same stories ad infinitum.” ―Paolo Coelho
I Just Want…
“I just want my stories to be mine.” ―Lidia Yuknavitch
Screaming Pain
I am in the midst of a heat wave induced flare-up, especially with stormy weather approaching. The same pain which started up for me last May has resurfaced. I went from a four to a, "Please let me die in peace." level of pain today, which no one should be forced to endure. There's only … Continue reading Screaming Pain
Stand Against Anti-Semitism
Blue for Solidarity. Blue to End Jew Hatred. Blue to show you are Jewish, or an ally of the Jewish people. I have watched the majority of my friends be silent on this matter since it began. I've had less than four of my friends say something to me directly. Listening to the Jewish community … Continue reading Stand Against Anti-Semitism
The Thirteenth Year
May. The month of darkness. The month of flashbacks, nightmares, anger at being robbed of loved ones... It's hell. I suffer silently; no one is particularly interested in what I have to say. I remind myself it isn't personal, some people simply aren't full-fledged human beings. C'est la vie. Thirteen years ago tonight, my mother's … Continue reading The Thirteenth Year
Taking A Precaution
Due to a dozen or so death threats (Unfortunately, I have to involve law enforcement. It is not something I want to do, but I know the laws. Local and state LEOs have to be notified.), I have chosen to password protect and/or disable access to certain things on the site. If you have trouble … Continue reading Taking A Precaution
Dead Silence
What I have to say will take some time, but over the past few days, all I've seen is RED. I don't know how people can look at themselves in the mirror and pretend nothing is happening in the world. I see the lies, the propaganda, the misinformation, and I wonder why people aren't seeking … Continue reading Dead Silence
Setting My Alarm
I'm determined to be prepared for my doctor's phone call in the morning. I know he'll call and try to get ahead of me and what I'm feeling/thinking, but I am still very much in a state of shock and betrayal. I've considered cancelling my appointments with him for the rest of the year; but … Continue reading Setting My Alarm
Cats Are Life
It's been a rough week. At times, Kitten was my saving grace, curling up next to me to sleep and keep an eye on me. When I rested after my procedure, she didn't disturb me, as she is wont to do. She often jumps up at my head and scares the shit out of me … Continue reading Cats Are Life
