Do you remember when you were a kid? Were you scared of the dark? Needed a nightlight to chase away the monsters in the shadows? Did you try hiding under the bed covers to hide from the creatures in the closet? Eventually, you grow out of it. You know the monsters aren’t real and you’reContinue reading “Scared of the Dark”
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What is Truth?
In a world where fear can cripple your steps or anxiety takes your breath, I’ve been trying to pause and remind myself of truth. When the negativity gets heavy and expectation tips you on the edge of the levee, the truth helps set me right. Even if I have to repeat it several times. So,Continue reading “What is Truth?”
Two Years Ago
I remember being scared. I remember thinking I made a mistake. Two Januarys ago, I turned down a job at an Equine Reproductive Center. They were willing to accept me just because I was willing to learn. I saw it as a great opportunity to get more into horses. To learn the veterinary care inContinue reading “Two Years Ago”
Looking Ahead By Looking Back
It’s the end of 2023. We made it through another year, and there’s no telling what the next one will have in store. Back in college, I started keeping a daily planner. I write down what I do each day, include dreams, thoughts, and fears. You could call it a diary of sorts. In aContinue reading “Looking Ahead By Looking Back”
Regret’s Future
Why does regret come after the fact? You start thinking of moments you can’t get back. It’s not important until the opportunity is gone. And we start wishing we would’ve seized it all along. We wonder how we could’ve changed fate But dwelling in the past is a dangerous place Grief and doubt want toContinue reading “Regret’s Future”
Silence the Phone
Can I be honest about something? Lately, I’ve noticed I’ve been dreading the sound of my phone’s ring tone and text tone. Last night, I was wasting the night watching my favorite show. I was enjoying the goofiness and ridiculousness that occur in it and when I heard my phone go off, my smile disappeared.Continue reading “Silence the Phone”
Writing Prompt: Healing Song
What song helps you through the tough times? Or is there something else you do to brighten the rough days? When life gets heavy for me, especially work life, I like to turn on the song I Won’t Give Up by Jason Mraz. The song is meant to be for romantic partners, but I applyContinue reading “Writing Prompt: Healing Song”
Self Review
I can’t believe it’s already that time of year again where I have to evaluate my performance at work. Do you have to do that at your work? Maybe you have to do an evaluation for a class? A project? Maybe you don’t have to worry about these evaluations anymore (lucky you). I gripe andContinue reading “Self Review”
The Rumor Mill — Reverse Gossip
No matter where you go, you’re going to run into a rumor mill. Whether work, school, large families, or neighborhood communities. You can probably think of one place you know you’ll find a rumor or gossip mill in your life. It’s a place with no definitive location, but you can walk in any time. ItContinue reading “The Rumor Mill — Reverse Gossip”
Mwezi Hu; The Death House pt. 6
The cold grip of unease shivers our bones as we stare down the pale and eerie ghosts. I keep my hands stretched toward my companions. We’re in a good position to avoid a fight so long as none of them reach for their weapons. “You’re Elizabeth and Gustov. You owned this house. This is yourContinue reading “Mwezi Hu; The Death House pt. 6”
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