Last night, while having dinner with my husband, I suddenly became aware of what I can only describe as a sense of wellbeing settling around me. Something quieted in me and I was able to be "in the moment". We were eating on the patio of a small Mexican restaurant and it was that time between late afternoon and early evening. I could feel the air,... Read more
Lately I have been finding myself saying to myself, "You know what, I am who I am, and I am tired of apologizing for it or berating myself over it". A few days ago I was frustrated with husband for asking my why I was struggling that day? I just looked at him and he said, "Ok, I will just leave you alone. I just wanted to make sure that I didn't... Read more
Struggling today. Sitting at my desk and I should be going home. Problem though is I haven't settled into a routine yet in the new house. It's like a new pair of shoes that don't fit comfortably yet. My desk feels more reassuring than home and I am in need of a place that feels solid and reassuring. Someplace comfortabe and... Read more
I talk about my job a lot because it affects every area of my daily life. Every day as a teacher affects how I see myself. It determines the value I place on myself, it tells me who I am as a person, it has a STRONG influence on my emotional barometer, it often validates all of my insecurities, it can influence my decision making, it... Read more
My husband and I just made a move. I finally made a decision about whether to keep paying on my condo or walk away. We found a home to rent in a nearby community. The rent is a less than 1/2 of what I paid on my mortgage and HOA; there are dogs all over this very pet friendly community; the HOA is less intrusive, and we know longer feel like we... Read more
