My synopsis of romantic comedy movies. Typical precursors to girl and guy meeting: Neither person is really looking for someone to date One person thinks they are happy in another relationship One person’s significant other has passed away Big life change/adventure Coworkers/friends trying to meddle in love life Guy and girl can meet under […]
Obstacles for Change
I have been sick this week with a never-ending virus… I’ve had an on going fever and headache, and haven’t felt up to doing much of anything. Luckily, I’m off from work in the summer and can rest. It got me thinking about something though. The last thing you want to do when you […]
A Love Affair with Mugs
If I had to pick a “thing” that brings me great pleasure, it’s ceramics, more specifically, mugs. I think they are so lovely to look at and hold. I feel grounded when I hold a mug that was crafted by a local artisan. One that is not perfectly shaped, but fits the contours of my […]
No Thanks, Men
This poem goes out to some men that I’ve encountered over the last 5 years of dating. Sometimes I just can’t believe the ridiculousness of it all. Luckily, I’ve gotten much better over time at weeding these fellows out quickly and painlessly. Disclaimer: I don’t think all men are like this. I am hoping this […]
Extended Quiet
I’m tired of scrolling through social media and feeling not up to par with everyone else. Most of the time I am happy for others and the joy in their lives. Today, I’m kind of over it. Not over others being happy, just over wasting time soaking in others’ lives, instead of living my own […]
Hope for Public Education
I’ve worked a while now in public education (10 years), and I think things need to change. Things absolutely have to change actually. I am not bashing public education by any means. I grew up in public education and believe that being surrounded by diversity and being aware of the challenges we all face, contributed to […]
Desire
I’m back at peace now– But for days, what seemed like years, I felt I needed this “thing”. This desire felt so strong, and I was certain that this would be the next step. It would definitely propel me to increased happiness and fulfillment. However, this excitement transformed into a strong wave of anxiety that was about to engulf me. Which is how […]
