This morning I woke startled to no alarm and immediately began to freak out. I had less than 2hrs to get to the New Years Day "Drouthy Bear Set the Pace 5K" in Camden, Maine - 65mi from my home. What a great way to start the New Year! Then "my-selves" started their familiar internal… Continue reading Conversation with My-selves (Part 1)
Focusing Senses & Imagination for 2018
I have wanted to particulate in a 365-day photo challenge for years, but for one reason or another (debilitating self-doubt, frivolous excuses, general anxiety, fear of rejection) never committed to the desired task. However unlike previous years, I look forward to 2018's new challenges, obstacles, freedom ... because through these, we grow. If everything were… Continue reading Focusing Senses & Imagination for 2018
When a bottle has your name on it…
172 days. That's how long it's been since I imbibed alcohol. This is the longest I have gone without alcohol in my life. During the past few weeks and months, the dreams depicting drinking or drunken episodes have subsided a bit. I still avoid the grocery aisle with liquor and beer. I do not put… Continue reading When a bottle has your name on it…
Reflections of 2017 (“Blessed Project”)
2017 ... WOW! You've been an intense year full of unexpected surprises. Earlier I wrote my first article and had not anticipated writing another until next week. However after reading Susie Lindau's Blessed Project, I felt inspired to reflect on this year's gracious moments and lessons learned. Please check out the above link for the most… Continue reading Reflections of 2017 (“Blessed Project”)
Wait, wait, wait … okay, GO!
I could come back to it eventually when I had something worthy to say. Perhaps I did not think my thoughts had validation. I must take ownership and responsibility.