The Unburdening I have this insurmountable fear. It has always been with me. Deep down, I am afraid that if I get too close or say too much and let people really get to know me, they will find out the truth… that I am stupid, weak and pathetic. Maybe that’s why I have a […]
The Unburdening I am at an all-time low. I know I have said that a few times before. And, when the words pealed out from me each time, I meant it and FELT it. Experience has taught me that even when you think Life can’t get any worse, it does. Its gnarly claw reaches for […]
When Ugly Came Back *Note: This morning, I was sitting on the toilet. I looked up at the mirror and saw my reflection. What I saw scared me and it stayed with me all day. This is my response. A couple of days ago, I looked up and saw that Ugly was back. I gasped […]
When Mommy Monster Comes Out to Play (For Adults and Kids) Once in a while, when we least expect, Mommy Monster comes out to play. Her beautiful clothes turned to ugly rags, her silky locks in disarray. Her face contorted. Her mouth in a scowl. Her words distorted, a gnarly growl. “Where, oh where, has […]