“Highly sensitive people are too often perceived as weaklings or damaged goods. To feel intensely is not a symptom of weakness, it is the trademark of the truly alive and compassionate. It is not the […]
a tribute to a texas woman
Me and the Texas Woman, it was not love at first sight. In fact, my match with her was a bit of an arranged marriage. Once with a rocky start, potholed by cultural misunderstandings and […]
Anxiety
Take a shower. Wash away every trace of yesterday. Of smells. Of weary skin. Get dressed. Make coffee, windows open, the sun shining through. Hold the cup with two hands and notice that you feel […]
Mushy: July is for joy
Healthy emotions come in all sizes. Healthy minds come in all sizes. And healthy bodies come in all sizes.― Cheri K. Erdman “Mommy, you’re mushy.” Oh to be 5 and without a filter. I wanted to […]
Beyond the barriers
“You learn something valuable from all of the significant events and people, but you never touch your true potential until you challenge yourself to go beyond imposed limitations.” Roy T. Bennett Pandemic parenting had me all […]
