I am okay. I was on top of the world when I woke up this morning. Then, I remembered I had to get in touch with someone who sucks the life energy out of me. Martha Beck in her book 'The Joy Diet' says "Walk into the Monster's Maw". That is exactly what I did. … Continue reading How is everyone today?
Tag: self care
Of Divers and Whales
I was watching an episode of 'Hart of Dixie' where Zoe treats a kid who went diving without parental supervision and had a medical problem as a result of not diving correctly. This led me to research the problem of coming up for air too quickly. For in depth info read this (sub heading 'Withstanding … Continue reading Of Divers and Whales
Q&A – Saying No
Original Post Q\What have you become better at saying no to? A\Typically, I do things that kiddo wants and will go with the flow. I have gotten better at telling her what my preferences are and trying to see if there is a happy middle. Even with people, I usually just try and blend in … Continue reading Q&A – Saying No
Q & A – what do I do when I am out of focus
Original Post Q\When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused what do you do? A\ I go for a walk. The movement and fresh air unscrambles things for me. I read a good book or watch TV (Christmas movies are a current favorite). I have a secret obsession with DIY/craft videos on YouTube. I think they are … Continue reading Q & A – what do I do when I am out of focus
Q & A – A failure
Original Post Q\How has failure or apparent failure set you up for later success? Do you have a favorite failure? A\Do I have one? Hmm , let me see - I have a whole array of 'em and will pick the choicest one for this blog. A\ I was in Grade 8, it was a … Continue reading Q & A – A failure
The curious movie of Walter Mitty
Why is it dogs and movies for me? So anyway, I have YouTubeTV subscription and was asked to watch The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. I did not understand what in the world was happening and was almost going to switch. Cherry was comfortably seated on my lap and I did not want to move, … Continue reading The curious movie of Walter Mitty
Hairless Dog Breeds
I have been struggling with something all day. When I came across this quote, I knew it was a sign that I should write a post. Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner.-Lao Tzu I am a person who always gets to the bottom of things quickly. I do … Continue reading Hairless Dog Breeds
