Depression and Suicide. What Is Your Response?

Depression and suicide are topics that most people shy away from. It’s a sad topic. It doesn’t “feel good”. And most people have absolutely no idea how to handle another person’s depressing thoughts. And that applies doubly for hearing suicidal thoughts. Nevertheless, let’s get real. A lot of people have been there at the bottom Read More …

Facing Opposition

It has occurred to me that I may be facing some fierce opposition, or oppositions. A few weeks ago I pretty much ranted in a post to my “diary” about what all my body has been dealing with in the last four months. It hasn’t been pretty, or fun. What makes me think I’m facing Read More …

Welcome to the New Year! I Think….

Well, welcome might not be the right word. Fumble. Stumble. Endure? Lol! I’m sure everyone has a differing viewpoint here. Yet… What about new year resolutions. Let’s talk about those interesting things. Traditions say we should “let go of the old” and embrace or create a new, better life for ourselves in the new year. Read More …

Hope Fanatic

I confess, I am a hope fanatic. For me, I am irrevocably a “glass half full”, a “don’t give up yet”, an “it’s not over until it’s over” kind of girl. I will fight for the underdog. And when the worst thing happens, I will usually be the one mentioning the all-important silver lining. Hope. Read More …