Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.

One blog post at a time.

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  • Strangest Feelings

    I’ve come to a crossroads in my life. I’m nearing 45 years old and I’m an empty nester. My husband just recently quit smoking cigarettes – so, that’s happened. We’ve had improvements to our home including getting the electricity in our home updated, insulation in the basement, outer home lined…

  • I’ve been waiting to write this blog for a while. I’ve needed to take time to process my feelings about… well, everything. The end of September, I found out about my psychiatric test results. I have (Anxious) Avoidant Personality Disorder. According to my personal research, AvPD is not uncommon and…

● Latest Articles
  • Sometimes

    Sometimes

    Sometimes it’s hard to imagine that I’m grown up. I pictured myself at this age being so much more put together. And in many ways,…

  • Mom, Covid-19, Quarantine, and an ungrateful daughter

    Mom, Covid-19, Quarantine, and an ungrateful daughter

    I fashion myself after someone relatively high maintenance with low maintenance goals. I’m high maintenance because psychologically, I know I’m unwell. I need validation more…

  • Electronic Distractions

    I find myself increasingly involved in electronic distractions. Instead of involving myself in things that adults should do, I play cell phone and tablet games.…

  • Man, I need a Break!

    I cannot begin to remember what I posted last, but I can honestly tell you so much has happened. The story is this: My daughter…