PinnedReady, Set, Let’s GoWe’re going to talk about it. — It’s about time. My podcast project has finally gone live, and I’m ready to spill the tea, the beans, and whatever else we can think of. My newsletter and podcast on Substack are finally up and running. Find me the first episode here: Life Done Messy I’ve been writing my…Self2 min read
4 hours agoI Never Said I Was a Good WifeI had good intentions. I wanted good things for us. But I have my faults for the breakdown of our marriage. — As I continue to write… And share about my experience with my ex-husband’s affairs, divorce, and life after… I can’t help but come to realize that I was never a good wife, to begin with. When I married, I was only eighteen and dated my ex-husband for two months before…Divorce4 min read
2 days agoRear-Ended Inside a Car WashThe message and the free hug I received after. — Typical Saturday morning. Post office, a grocery run, and finally, the car wash. My mind replayed the time when I had a slight panic attack inside an automatic car wash. This was a long time ago when my anxiety was at its worst. As water and soap covered my windows…Inspiration4 min read
3 days agoI Joked About My Ex-husband CheatingIt was the worst of worst jokes. And it came true. — I came across a card that took me back in time. Twenty-one years back in time. It was a welcome home card for my ex-husband. We had just been married not even a year. He had returned from a business trip that was three weeks long. But that was three…Divorce4 min read
4 days agoYou Can Scrub the Toilet LaterPerfectionism and procrastination is self-sabotage and it’s holding you back. — Self-sabotage according to Wiktionary — The sabotaging, whether consciously or subconsciously, of oneself, one’s own interests, plans, etc. Moments before I started to write this I was tidying up my space. I like to get a jump start before the weekend and have the chores done. With it being Friday…Psychology4 min read
5 days agoAsking Myself if I Am HappyHappiness is not a destination. It is the journey. Suck it up and enjoy the ride. — I asked myself three questions today. Are you happy? If yes, what has made you happy? If no, what will make you happy? I answered yes and no. Go figure. Yes, I’m happy. As in generally pleased with life despite the sh*t storm that seems to come around with little…Personal Growth4 min read
Jun 21This Morning My Anxiety Woke Me UpLiving with the uneasy feeling of restlessness and nerves. — Around 4:00 am I start tossing and turning. I look at the time. I still have another hour of sleep. But I set my alarm to wake me up later than usual. I’m not ready to start the day. Or let alone the week. I want to close my eyes…Mindfulness5 min read
Jun 203 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got MarriedI thought love was enough to keep us together. — Eighteen years old. I wish someone would have told me a thing or two about what marriage was and what marriage was not. I decided to marry a man I had only known for two months. I was young, in love, and so sure about him. I was so sure…Marriage3 min read
Jun 19My Mother Said I Need to Lose Weight Before I Meet SomeoneMy thoughts on the body shaming I have felt over the years. — My mother, oh how I do love her, is direct and blunt. Since my divorce, she has been waiting for me to remarry. I’ve written about her suggestions on me marrying a rich man to me finding a husband. …Self Love4 min read
Jun 18I Met Him On TinderTall, tattoos, a thousand miles apart, and sexy text messages. — Tall, dark hair and tattoo sleeves. Not my typical type, but he sure was handsome. We matched on Tinder. He said hello, I said hi back, and this began a romance I’d never experienced before. But I noticed one minor detail. He went from within the mile range I selected…Dating6 min read
