Category: mental wellness
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Relax, It Is Well
– An Encouragement Dear Readers: Relax, Breathe, Pray Life’s been moving fast lately, hasn’t it? I’m right there with you! Caught up in the whirlwind of carving out a path, chasing dreams, juggling responsibilities, and trying to make sense of it all. Some days it feels like I’m running full speed, barely catching my breath.… Read more
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Is Failure a Part of Progress
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How Many Times Do I Have to Try? Hey Reader, At 59, I’ve found myself asking, “How many times do I have to try to get this right?” More often than I’d like to admit. It’s a question that constantly nags at me, maybe in the stillness of a late night when I’m trying to… Read more
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De-fogging – An Encouragement
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“Keep pushing forward, even when the path is uncertain, for greatness awaits those who persist.” – Martin Luther King Jr., Speech at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church (1957) Faith in the Clearing When life feels clouded and sorrow, confusion, or weariness settle like fog over your spirit, remember this: God is not absent in the mist.… Read more
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Some days are like…
Are you in the climbing mode? I am busy climbing a tough mountain, so many overwhelming things to overcome, like going through piles of notes, sorting things out by categories, and searching which folder I saved my last story. Okay, I am breathing slowly, I am praying, but I still want to scream! 😱 I… Read more
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The Any Day Journal – 11 The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone of Covid-19 Hi Readers, I am sharing excerpts from my journal, The Twilight Zone of COVID-19. These reflections capture moments of resilience, humour, and humanity during an extraordinary time. This isn’t about returning to the past; it’s about exploring how those experiences shaped us and the lessons we learned. The Twilight Zone… Read more
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A Pun of Trouble
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“A Pun of Trouble” reflects the personal challenges and resilience faced in times of adversity. I draw from my own experiences to connect with and inspire those who have encountered similar struggles. The title is a play on the word “trouble,” highlighting both the difficulties encountered and the subtle, nuanced meanings that life’s challenges can… Read more
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A Daughter’s Tribute: Farewell to Our Father
(The original title is An Elegy For Our Father; I left out his name for public posting.) With a heavy heart, I reach out to my online community, where I feel safe and supported. I regret to inform you that my father passed away on the 18th of February, 2025. The enormity of this loss… Read more
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Stricken Souls – A Poem
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Stricken Souls Grief is an unwelcome companion that has intertwined itself with my life. Four friends of mine have been taken far too soon: one at the hands of her partner, one suddenly without warning, one by the relentless grip of cancer, and another by the ravages of COVID. Each loss has carved a unique… Read more
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The Any Day Journal 8- On the Bridge
On the Bridge I’m just watching the tracks disappear into nothingness and waiting for the train to give them meaning. The tracks were constructed to remain, to wait for trains that would take people to their destination. But where is my destination? Do I have a destiny?Is destiny the same as destination? Again, I saw… Read more
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The Any Day Journal 7- Forgetfulness & Rue
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Forgetfulness & Rue Forgetfulness & Rue Writing short poems and haikus has become part of my way of capturing the beauty and complexity of life in just a few words. It’s a fun and expressive outlet that I hope will resonate with you. Whether you’re here for a quick read, a moment of reflection, or… Read more
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