I survived the hearing. I told the truth, shared my proof, and the judge saw right through the lies and delusions of the abuser. I no longer have to deal with this evil excuse of a person. My friends and I all burst out crying as soon as we left the courtroom. We cried andContinueContinue reading “Overcoming Fear: Fighting Back Against Abuse”
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Facing the Abuser in Court: Dealing with Anxiety and Moving Forward
Why am I so anxious? Because Monday morning I have to face the abuser in court and I’m feeling just sick about even seeing her face. I am prepared as much as I can be, and I know once I get through this I can get on with the business of living and making actualContinueContinue reading “Facing the Abuser in Court: Dealing with Anxiety and Moving Forward”
Saying ‘No’ to Overworking: Embracing Lists for Self-Care and Productivity
Does anyone else rely on lists to give them a bit of structure to their day? I am a big fan of lists, especially when life seems so overwhelming and when there are new routines. Whenever I start to feel like I’m falling behind and that the to-dos are piling up, I sit down andContinueContinue reading “Saying ‘No’ to Overworking: Embracing Lists for Self-Care and Productivity”
A Rare Heatwave
Three years ago we were suddenly experiencing record breaking heat for this area. We found ourselves under what was termed a heat dome. Heat dome was a new term for me. Growing up in the Sacramento valley in CA, I was no stranger to heat. We had what was called an inversion layer that coveredContinueContinue reading “A Rare Heatwave”
Surviving Narcissistic Abuse: A Daughter’s Story of Protection and Loss
Trigger Warning! This post contains disturbing content dealing with abuse and death. Please don’t read farther if it is a difficult topic for you. Before I get much farther into this blog, let me warn you. I am in the process of grieving. I had been trying to protect Dad from my mother for nearContinueContinue reading “Surviving Narcissistic Abuse: A Daughter’s Story of Protection and Loss”
Homesteading Struggles: Starting Anew and Finding Motivation
Today is a beautiful day outside. Damp but not chilly. A bit humid. Lots of clouds with the sun occasionally peeking through. It has nothing to do with the picture I posted below. So what am I doing just wallowing in bed instead of using this day off from work to work on the homestead?ContinueContinue reading “Homesteading Struggles: Starting Anew and Finding Motivation”
Embracing Uncertainty: Finding Solidarity and Connection in Life’s Journey
This is that first, awkward post that every blog has to start with to become a blog. Maybe it will lure people in, but lets face it. Nobody knows this or I exist so it will likely just sink into oblivion. So why am I doing this? I don’t really know except perhaps it willContinueContinue reading “Embracing Uncertainty: Finding Solidarity and Connection in Life’s Journey”
