Since the biblical beginning of time, a punitive system was set. Rules were put in order, demands were either met or total rejection and damnation would ensue. Up til the present this social construct punishes those who most need saving. Children whose parents weren’t there, orphans, abused or otherwise grew up with emotional and physical …
I have only so much energy to expend throughout one 24 hour period. Someone, somewhere decided to label Energy with the word Spoons in the psychology world. I suppose it’s about how many spoons in a drawer you can carry and how loud they are when they hit the floor, how difficult it is to …
Past observations:I wasn’t given protection from my father. His anger was unleashed; I was his child to do with as he pleased. My father, likewise, never protected me from my mother, either. Come to think of it, it was like I was their property. I don’t think I’m unique in this, but I do think it’s …
Soon, our children will reflect our healthy role modelling; then we can all begin living in safety and security in our homes, and finally taste a healthy life.
Are people who read the bible the only people with morals on the planet? Does Christianity really install a moral compass?No and No. In fact, the most ignorant of morals have been Christians in my experience. They have the ticket into heaven; they asked Jesus to save them from themselves (cuz who else is sending …
I didn’t meet the first 4 layers of Maslow’s Pyramid in childhood, nor in adulthood; not until I realized I am enough. How about you? Lately life has been more than rough. Maybe like you, I’m facing an uncertain future; I’m in danger of financial ruin because I’ve chosen to stay home and keep my …
This is a current situation which has struck me on a personal level, recently.I believe this experience is going to become a story that will play over and over amongst Conservative and Fundamentalist religious families. Our country is rife with pride, entitlement, and grandeur thinking; the past president was a fine role model of such …
When I stepped away from the trash fire,I was shaking and scared of the world.You mocked me and said I couldn’t do it.You directed, “Take him back now, little girl.” You said that your God wouldn’t permit meI’d be damned; like a top, spin out of control.But the only reasons that I flew out of …
I never wanted things to be like this,All messy, crying and blubbering,My skeleton draped with skin, old and saggy, Fat bulging in places I’ve denied attention,Divorced,Shunned, even.My house full to the brim with clutter,From over the years… So many of the ex’s things rusting… rotting…Him tossing loose change over every once in a while, to …
It’s been some time since I’ve blogged. I’m busy!!! The water calls to me in summer.I’m planning our second vacation (we go in 3 day spurts). First we spent a visit at the amusement park, south of the Twin Cities (MN). With Covid restrictions, we learned how to adapt. The first day was planned to …
