Life Lessons from Coloring
I like to color. Don't judge me. It's actually quite a popular pastime as of late. I've been amazed at how many people talk about...
My Need
I used to say that writing is like breathing. Without it, I would suffocate. I started writing when I was in high school. Really writing....
Making a Good Day
I'll just come right out and say it now: I'm no sculptor. So be kind. The last time I sculpted anything was... well okay, never. The...
Still Surviving
Two years. Two years since I was laid off from my job of 16 years. Two years since my world was virtually flipped upside down. Two years...
Meet Ticker
Today I added more chaos to my life. More expenses. More headaches. But along with that comes fun, laughter... and a bit of unconditional...
Still Learning
School has been tough. I won’t lie. I get more and more tired every day, but at the same time, it helps my motivation. Each day is one...
"Higher" Standards
I’ve made it to new heights… literally! One of my part-time jobs is not very glamorous. I clean toilets and super gross refrigerators,...
Vacationing Me
I went on a vacation this year. That may not seem like something to write home about (or rather, blog about), but for me, that’s a big...
Beautiful Communication
Did you know there are at least fifty synonyms for the English word, “beautiful”? Each one has a slightly different connotation,...
To Go or Not to Go?
"No! Don't do it! You do not want to be in school for another 2 or 3 years, trust me. You're barely over halfway through this little...
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