Category Archives: Daily Journal

Thoughts on thoughts etc…

Posted on February 1, 2017 by

The overwhelming thought I’ve chewed on lately is of how we far too often complicate our lives with overthinking, regrets, “shoulds,” comparisons, and “what ifs.” (Oh the irony) I’ll let you overthink that last line for a second… Another thought- … Continue reading →

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Needing Renewal?

Posted on November 24, 2015 by

  Yesterday, I fell under the grips of what felt like smoldering burn-out. I was locked down, imprisoned, unable to climb out of this mental funk that was fogging up my usually optimistic attitude. The everyday struggle and the mundane … Continue reading →

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the pages turn too quickly…

Posted on May 1, 2015 by

I feel like the pages of my life are turning too quickly. The days are melting into each other…bright busy mornings overflowing into exhausted evenings…each moment building into the next until they are but years behind me and only memories. My heart … Continue reading →

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Missing Autumn

Posted on December 2, 2014 by

I had the worst case of “overwhelmed mom syndrome” today! Actually, I should say yesterday since its already tomorrow,  yet I’m still up and feeling kinda wiry thanks to caffeine and taking my prednisone at a late hour. Also, one of our … Continue reading →

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needing a new name…

Posted on August 12, 2014 by

There won’t be any shiny photos or catchy posters on this blog post. As a matter of fact, I’m keeping it super short and simple tonight.  For several reasons, actually… For one, I’m sleepy. I’m just not the night- owl … Continue reading →

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stop and smell the roses

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

This morning my rose bushes were in full glorious bloom! I absolutely couldn’t resist walking out to the yard in my pajamas to get a closer look and a couple of Instagram shots. The scent was heavenly! I know why … Continue reading →

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I Resolve to Have a Happier Year!

Posted on January 4, 2013 by

I have always loved New Year’s. Its symbolic to me. New beginnings; a fresh clean slate. I’d mentally recharge myself and begin again no matter how crummy or filled with failure the previous year had been. I’d make the typical resolutions- you … Continue reading →

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