This question has been on my mind as I have struggled mightily with my mental health over the past few months. Where is my peace? Must I simply accept that this is just how it is for me? Surely not. I can't be the only person who feels this way. Not to be cryptic, but … Continue reading In a Hectic World, Where’s Your Peace?
Author: Viv@Grief Happens
New York Love
(originally written September 2018) I say every year I'm going to write about 9/11. Then the day comes and goes, and my account of that tragic day is yet to be written. One of my mantras this year is Just Do It. Call me Nike. Or don't... So here goes. I mentioned in my previous … Continue reading New York Love
Less Forcing, More Embracing
Early in the pandemic, mid-2020 would be my guess, one of my wise guides introduced me to Human Design. I was beyond intrigued. I dove head first down the rabbit hole and ingested everything on the topic that I possibly could. This Human Design blueprint was fascinating. It gave me insight into myself and my … Continue reading Less Forcing, More Embracing
Winds of March
February had to be the fastest month ever. How is it March already? Life is moving along, and I am eagerly anticipating our family vacation in April. I need a change in scenery. My couch is entirely too comfortable at the moment. I played tennis this morning and have lacked motivation to do anything else … Continue reading Winds of March
Hurricanes, Writing, Life
Hello, friends! How is life treating you? Here in Coastal Georgia, we are anxiously awaiting the arrival of Hurricane Milton, but judging by the gorgeous blue sky peeking through my window, he may have taken another route. My fluffy white dog is at my feet, utterly unconcerned with all the talk of bad weather. She's … Continue reading Hurricanes, Writing, Life
Why Do You Read?
Lately I've found myself considering the numerous reasons people read. I'm speaking broadly about reading for pleasure, the kind that isn't required for school or work, although naturally there's some overlap - work and school reading can certainly be entertaining and enjoyable. I read an above-average amount and across several genres. I read for entertainment, … Continue reading Why Do You Read?
Grief is Challenging
I'm sincerely curious about others' experiences with grief. Death and loss are such complicated topics, aren't they? I'll never forget the most hurtful thing someone said to me after I lost my father to suicide. I was twenty years old and had returned to college shortly after the funeral. A close friend who I'll call … Continue reading Grief is Challenging
Summer, Parenting Teens, Grease
I'm at that point in summer where I need to set explicit goals for myself. Otherwise nothing is getting done. Due to the nature of my family's schedules, I'm in a reactive sort of mode. Neither of my teen boys drive yet, so I'm the chauffeur. Thankfully, most of the places they go are near … Continue reading Summer, Parenting Teens, Grease
Dream On
Lately I love being alone in my house. Okay, who am I kidding. I've enjoyed this for as long as I can remember. When I was around eleven or twelve and my parents would finally let me stay home alone when my brother had baseball games or other activities, it was heaven. Peace. No expectations. … Continue reading Dream On
It’s Been a Hot Minute …
I have no idea if anyone from the early days pops over here any longer; still, an update feels necessary. The last time I wrote, we were drowning in a pandemic. I had two kids in middle school, and Gil and I were doing our best to work and monitor their at-home studies. It was … Continue reading It’s Been a Hot Minute …
Grief Happens 