Personal Narratives
Have you ever heard the expression “Your perspective, your reality”? It’s long been one of my favorites. If not, the basic premise is that we all experience life through the lens of our lives. It colors how we interpret the things that occur around us. For example, two people witness a dog being berated by its “owner”. If one of those people is highly allergic to dogs and has never liked them, while the other is an animal advocate who has 12+ dogs in their home, they are
Recovery, Reassessment, Relief
Whenever you experience something traumatic in life, you have to go through phases, often referred to as the stages of grief. People tend to think that it just applies to when someone you love dies, but the truth is those stages can apply to ANY loss. Suffice to say, at the moment I get the joy of experiencing those things and coping can be a challenge. Thankfully I am beyond blessed by a GIGANTIC circle of friends and loved ones who are at the ready to help me with that, an
Do-Overs
You know what I love most about life? The fact that so long as you are living, nothing is set in stone. You know what I hate most about life? The fact that so long as you are living, nothing is set in stone. It’s the ultimate double-edged sword. Nothing is certain. Nothing is guaranteed. That’s the down side. But the upside is the fact that you can always change who and what you are. Change your circumstances. Change your attitude. Change your LIFE. I know, I talk abo
