Lately I've been sitting back trying to make sense of the world. Mostly the last few months. The third month of a brand new year is about to end and it appears this year will be a lot more colorful... Continue Reading →
This past week I've pushed myself to keep fighting. It hasn't been easy. Everything in me just wants to curl in a cave and never come out. Sometimes I think it's easier that way. You don't have to play pretend... Continue Reading →
Dear Sir, I see you everywhere I go. In the corner of my eye as I walk to my office building from my stall. In the shadows of the dumpsters as I end my day. I see you lurking in... Continue Reading →
The adage sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never harm me is the worst saying ever. While sticks and stones will most definitely hurt me it's the words that take the longest to heal. I call... Continue Reading →
I may be throwing myself a pity party. But, the beauty of this blog is I'm writing it because not only am I hoping I am reaching out to someone who can relate and needs the encouragement, but I'm doing... Continue Reading →
One week ago today I hit my head hard enough to suffer a concussion. Being my mom's most stubborn child I resumed my daily activities because I figured the circumstances surrounding my injury could be ignored. I was wrong. One... Continue Reading →
Sometimes circumstances happen that make you evaluate everything you know to be true. Sometimes things will happen that causes you to question every ounce of who you are. During those times you feel broken and lost. You feel inadequate and you just don't... Continue Reading →
A mother's intuition is always spot on. And a girl will always need her mom. This morning I woke up to a text message from my mom. It wasn't in our family's group chat like it normally is. It was just a... Continue Reading →
I usually browse my Facebook two or three times a day. I like to see what's going on with my family and friends. Occasionally I like to watch a crazy video or take a senseless quiz. While on FB yesterday... Continue Reading →
From Sand to Gemstones 