Category Archives: Archive

Archive: Conqueror (October 29, 2013)

The time I got my Driver’s License for the first time. It was a big deal! My life has changed so much since getting my license. After driving in New York any apprehension I had about driving has been eradicated. This was also when the seeds to do other things that scared me bloomed. TodayContinue reading “Archive: Conqueror (October 29, 2013)”

Archive: Reasons to Stay (April 2020)

I get depressed. Deep darkness, can’t see a way through the pain and don’t want to live anymore kind of depressed. No, I do not take medication for it. I tried that but they made me not recognize any part of my personality. So, I found other coping mechanisms. Writing, Service, Church, Family, Friends, ReadingContinue reading “Archive: Reasons to Stay (April 2020)”

Archive: My Miracle

Background: I am no stranger to depression, my first recollection of being depressed was in grade school. Experiences at Ricks College and in Texas only caused to increase my depression seasons. It came to a head shortly after my grandfather passed away in 2002, 6 months after September 11th. I came home from 2 weeksContinue reading “Archive: My Miracle”

Archive: Father’s Day 2016 & Today

Background: During the summer of 2016, I was staying in Boise to deal with court hearings for my son who was on probation at the time. So, my husband was living in NY in a tiny basement apartment with no windows during the summer alone with our dog, Abe, I love him for doing thatContinue reading “Archive: Father’s Day 2016 & Today”

Archive: One Week Later and A Tribute

 Last week I wrote about having to be “stronger than everyone else.” Shortly after the post went live, the athletic trainer messaged me and shared her experience. It led to an ongoing discussion, and I hope a new lasting friendship, beyond the cycle theater.  This week I have worked my ass off. Each ride ledContinue reading “Archive: One Week Later and A Tribute”

Archive: Stronger Than Everyone Else

Background: I have been writing a blog in one form or another for more than 20 years now. My last blog: “Journey of Eternity” began as a way to cope and process the significant events of the last several years. This entry is from April 2021 (yes, just weeks ago). If I was to pinpointContinue reading “Archive: Stronger Than Everyone Else”