Loving someone isn’t always easy and, in my opinion, love isn’t always enough to make a relationship work. For those of you have been following this blog for some time,TMIM and I are divorcing. It is an amicable one, and for that, I am grateful. Michael Johnson sang a song called Give Me Wings. I […]

Trust is a powerful entity that ignites a deep and emotional bond between two people. Some individuals are hesitant to fully trust again because of past experiences. It is those individuals who see trust as only a word that has little meaning. When trust is broken by your spouse, lover, family member, co-worker, or friend […]

Two Dominant forces battle. One flashes bright While the other loudly rumbles. Who will win? Thunder and Lightning fight over mighty Rain. Both deliver messages for her to hear. Thunder almost drives her to the brink of insanity. Lightning makes her think and reminds her of her Primal Instincts. She washes away the stress the […]

As my life continues to change unexpectedly, I realize I am transitioning into something that will eventually become beautiful. A butterfly is the best example of this. She represents personal growth, life transitions, spirituality, joyfulness, and lightness of being. She is colorful and attractive. I am the butterfly and she is me. As she flies […]

Racing thoughts Increased anxiety Unsure of friendship and family trust Triggers and stressors all day long I’m not really getting better. Frequent battles War of words Constant power struggles Emotional rollercoasters I’m just trying to survive. Insomnia Obsessive thoughts A continual circle of destruction Dread, worry, doom Am I really getting better? Changing Evolving Transitioning […]

The first four months been quite challenging. I’ve been pretty difficult to live with and be around at times. I’m moving forward with my career and trying hard not to look back. Here are a few lessons I’ve learned recently. 1. Rumors are rumors unless person the rumor is about has confirmed them. 2. EVERYONE […]

After a 4-month climb out of a extremely deep rabbit hole I finally returned to an activity and lifestyle that is nearest and dearest to my heart, Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan. Stepping inside the dojang, seeing my instructor, feeling the mat underneath my feet, wearing my uniform, and  punching, kicking, and sweating were […]

The pain in my head keeps me in the dark. Nausea sets in yet, I just can’t barf. Gouge my eyes. Stab my stomach. Nothing beats the pain in my heart. Set me free, I beg of you. You are the source of most of my pain. Love is just a fucking word. You think […]

The Man I Married is still asleep while I am savoring every sip of a fresh cup of hot coffee. My dog and cat stare at me and begin to doze. All I hear are birds chirping outside and the the clock ticking in my living room. This is my favorite time of the morning […]

There have been many cracks, roadblocks, and sudden curves on my path since the start of the new year. The majority of these unexpected obstacles have affected me professionally, psychologically, and maritally. I look down the path i came from and find I’m at a crossroads.  Which path do I take? Professionally, I am considering […]