2023 has been off to a rocky start, despite my best intentions. I aimed to have positive beginnings in both 2021 and 2022 as well, to no avail. But this one has been somewhat different in tone. I have felt more hesitant, more afraid - but also more eager for change. Over the course of … Continue reading Lost
Tag: personal
The Nice GameStop Lady
I am a forgetful person in general. Not good with names or faces. But I do remember actions - and kindnesses. Especially when they come from strangers. My best friend and I, wannabe Pokemon masters to this day, bought Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver at their time of release. A wise decision, considering how much the … Continue reading The Nice GameStop Lady
Vacation, All I Never Wanted
Allow me to preface this post by saying that I am fully aware the following story has a "first world problems" vibe, but sometimes, I just want to complain. Thus, I'm going to. This post will also contain descriptions of some rather gross medical conditions, but no pictures, so here is a trigger warning for … Continue reading Vacation, All I Never Wanted
The Ache
This is not where I thought I would be. I am a fortunate person, in general. I fully recognize that. But, at thirty, I am not happy with where I am in my life. It is within my power to change my circumstances, but it is so very hard. When it feels like I have … Continue reading The Ache
Rainbow
On a recent flight, I looked out the window and saw that we were flying past a gorgeous rainbow. Unfortunately, my phone was off and in my bag, and by the time I dug it out and turned it on, this photo was all I could capture. A little fragment was left. A mere slice … Continue reading Rainbow
Thirty
the age of thirty, means not the end of youth, but instead, a new start (here's to getting back on track in my thirtieth year)
Worth 1000 Words #14: The Top of the Stairs
At the tail end of a dismal 2020, I vowed to make 2021 better. For my personal life, professional life, and mental health. I can now safely say that not only was 2021 exponentially worse, but 2022 isn't off to that great of a start either. The downward spiral has continued. I am sure that … Continue reading Worth 1000 Words #14: The Top of the Stairs
Killer Swing
I was involved with sports for a significant portion of my adolescence. Basketball, soccer, track, and softball. I excelled in two of those (track and soccer) until a career ending knee surgery at age 15, and now I stick to the treadmill. On the bright side, I got out of it before I had time … Continue reading Killer Swing
To Say Goodbye
After 25 years, my parents have sold the family home. It is an inevitable event - my parents never intended to stay in PA forever. They'll still be here for a little bit longer, but decided to strike while the housing market iron was hot for sellers. In a little over a week, my childhood … Continue reading To Say Goodbye
Slump
As strange as it sounds, the start of the pandemic in 2020 marks the last time I read a book. For those who know me well, that's pretty wild. Because in previous years, also documented on this site, I've been able to knock out 100+ books. But I only read 1 or 2 books in … Continue reading Slump
Frostwritten 