For a few of you that have talked with me and offered support and encouragement regarding the friend of mine who gave up on me, I ended it today. And thank you to so many of you that stepped up to offer kind words. I had been holding space in my heart for this person, … Continue reading The End of a Friendship
Too much time has passed I held a place in my heart for you Picked away at the scab to keep it open Time and tears prove strong It’s beginning to scar over The ache transforming to anger Too much time has passed The connection that held us together is stretched thin Beginning to fray … Continue reading Ending
Another great quote for those of us that are struggling to understand the loss of friendships and relationships when we are chronically ill. There are a lot of us, which means that it is possible to find new people who can understand, lift us up and stand beside us. We deserve better and we have … Continue reading Heart of Gold
I’ve been burnt so many times By the lure of bright burning flame No one but myself to blame I can’t hold back the urge Hoping for an energy surge My edges are getting singed And I’ve ruined my dress fringe But damn I want to go again So bad my mouth begins to froth … Continue reading This Bugs Me
Stretching silently towards the skies Light lingers as I close my eyes Warm sun seeps deep, a savior for souls Wind whispers wellness within Hues of health breath into my broken heart Sweet songs settle softly in the air Adoring aromas aggregate upon my skin And weigh me down Long enough to let light in … Continue reading Refuge
Stylish and functional Vacancy and happiness Whilst having too much to drink Causing you to get mugged Ditch the generic They like to work In sterile environments Reported missing From years gone by Open for business If you’re in the market Home security system sale For the private and self-absorbed Who only perpetuate the problem … Continue reading Silent Destruction
This quote was originally from a NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) article for families and friends about healing after a loved one has died by suicide. Anyone who experiences death is going to go through a grieving process. For those of us experiencing either mental illness and/or chronic illness, we are most likely aware … Continue reading Grief
