I have a friend with the kindest eyes. She looks through me and deep into the parts of my soul that have been buried and hidden. I don't think she sees them, though, because I've become an expert at keeping them locked deep down. Her eyes are so genuine and real, and they search me… Continue reading Nita’s Eyes
Tag: Challenges
Thirty Days of Gratitude – #21 – Courage
Today was a very difficult day, mentally and emotionally. Studying was a challenge and not enough got done. Interactions with certain people were overwhelming. I cried... multiple times. I have been struggling with an issue that I don't understand. I feel as though I am the victim of a nonsense, incomprehensible crime. No matter what… Continue reading Thirty Days of Gratitude – #21 – Courage
Big E Wanted A Cake
This week, Big E turned 7. I always wonder where the time has gone each and every time my children have a birthday. Before I know it, they'll be teenagers, and then I'll really wonder where the time went! Yikes! I always bake and decorate my own cakes for my kids. This year I was… Continue reading Big E Wanted A Cake
Resolve
How did the meaning of "resolve" come to be? A firm determination to do something Two days of wanting to stay hiding in my bed. Two days of getting into my scrubs and roaming the halls, beeping my chin up from the ground. Two days of averted eyes, and half-fake smiles, and "how are you… Continue reading Resolve
Everyone Needs Joy
When we were in Orlando, we went to see "Inside Out" on its opening weekend. I loved the movie to bits - especially the character of Joy. I spent the remaining 10 days of our vacation searching every toy and gift store in Disney World for the plush version of Joy. I wanted to take… Continue reading Everyone Needs Joy
