They say ignorance is bliss...and you know, when we ignore the outside world, sometimes we do find bliss. But I think it is better to be semi-aware of life "out there". Because I often equate ignorance with arrogance. When all our focus is on ourselves, we tend to elevate ourselves and that leads to our … Continue reading Proud

We all have our demons. Some people wear them on their sleeves, while others try to hide them. My demons call out to me, anger me, yet comfort me, destroy me and consume me. I am who I am because of and in spite of my demons. They make me better and worse. Sometimes they … Continue reading Demons

There is so much that troubles the mind today. I would not know where to start. “Vanity…all is vanity and vexation of spirit…” Solomon had a way with words. If only I could be one tenth as wise as he… Every thought that we have, even those of comfort, unless they are from the most … Continue reading Vexation

I literally hate this time of year… My depression is in rare form again, not that it left, just that it loosened its grip on me for a moment.  A few more months of darkness and hopefully I’ll be able to breathe again.  It sucks not wanting to do anything but cry and not being … Continue reading Keeping On…

When it rains… Have you noticed that it’s not just one thing that happens, but several things? Like someone needs help, and it’s not a simple fix, like you’d hope…   And then you get a call or a text and someone else needs you right now, and that is more pressing, or personal, so … Continue reading It Pours

I'm not good at everything. I don't have to be. Mom always said that I "just got by"..."jack of all trades and a master of none"... and why is that so bad?  Can we really master something?  Can we reach the point where we know everything there is to know about something? Or perfect something? … Continue reading Without a Doubt

My biggest fear is disappointing others. I am human and prone to anger, prone to mistakes. I will let you down. And for that, I am truly sorry. I think we all to some degree feel like we have control over our lives and our capabilities. I think we tend to put more on our … Continue reading Let You Down

Your comments are always welcome. Feel free to say whatever you want. I do not judge and I hope to offer you a place where you can relax and enjoy conversation you won’t find many places. Any time you have something you want to say, even if it’s completely from left field, reply here. I’m … Continue reading Comments

They say this is the most wonderful time of the year. But is it really? For many people it’s not, it’s the most stressful time of the year... And I don’t understand what all the fuss is about. Some people say it’s the joy of giving. Or celebrating Christ’s birth. Or it’s getting together with … Continue reading Peace and Joy

I think I’m headed towards a breakdown.  My head is pounding  My heart is racing  I can’t catch my breath for trying to breathe.  Hyperventilating  Thoughts in my mind pacing Against the clock I’m racing And it’s all crashing down it seems.  But it’s not.  Not really.  In my mind I see clearly  Things I … Continue reading Breakdown