At least he’s not invading my nightmares anymore.

Actual, unretouched picture of me yelling at my TV screen the other morning. I’m doing pretty well these days. I’ve worked on my triggers. I no longer react to many things that used to upset me. So why was I yelling “F- you!” at the TV the other morning — while firmly holding up two … Continue reading At least he’s not invading my nightmares anymore. →

My gratitude isn’t a platitude

Gratitude. Some people think it's trite. Not me. I'm incredibly grateful. That's what happens when you leave a life of deprivation, indoctrination, and control and discover the world isn't nearly as horrible as they led you to believe. This world is amazing. Life is amazing. It's a far cry from where I was in the … Continue reading My gratitude isn’t a platitude →

My thoughts about this week’s events in the USA

Honestly, I'm getting so tired of looking at photos like this. But as Yoda would say, "Confront it, I must." (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) UPDATE: Well, it's two years later, and much has changed — though much has not. I reread this post today, and it still rings true. I wanted to share it again … Continue reading My thoughts about this week’s events in the USA →

What NOT to do as a Parent.

Buh-bye. “If you move in with him, consider yourself disowned. We’ll have nothing more to do with you.” Sounds like something out of a soap opera. Or a crappy romance novel. But it isn’t. Victor and I met and fell in love while I was still in college. A summer romance turned into something much … Continue reading What NOT to do as a Parent. →

I’m Angry.

Yep. This is exactly how I feel today. Usually I can get angry and move through it pretty quickly. Not today. I've been angry for a good 24 hours, and I can't get past it. So I'm writing about it. That usually helps. It's been brewing for a few days now. The more I rewrite … Continue reading I’m Angry. →