365 Days

  How do you measure a year in the life?" ~Seasons of Love from the musical Rent 365 days since my mind shifted, since the need for something different became more important than security. 365 days since I prepared to say goodbye to the life I knew, to the people I loved, to the routine of my … Continue reading 365 Days

Confusion

I am lost, left wandering in this unfamiliar place wondering if I will ever fit in. But must I fit in if I am made to be me, to stand out? This indecision, this confusion they are overwhelming me; attacking my soul, taking over my spirit, creating a me I don't want to be. The … Continue reading Confusion

31 years late: A life without my Dad

My Dad doesn't say much on a day to day basis. Days go by and all of his spoken words combined equal a paragraph...maybe. He doesn't say much, but he sings. BOY does he sing. He has a love for old, romantic ballads and belts them out with such passion that you barely notice that … Continue reading 31 years late: A life without my Dad

FAME! I’m gonna live forever…

When I was young I dreamed of being famous. I watched TV and yearned for the adulation that I would have once I became one of the special people. Finally, my dream has come true... My Dad thinks I'm a Princess. My Mom thinks I'm a Genius. My Sisters think I'm a Fashionista. My Nieces … Continue reading FAME! I’m gonna live forever…

You don’t always get what you want

Originally published May 2009 In a conversation about Facebook, a friend once stated that anyone from their past not currently in their lives probably doesn't need to be there. I wholeheartedly disagree. Though there are many people from my past who are not and will not ever be part of my present, there are many … Continue reading You don’t always get what you want