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News...
I've decided to start a new "blog". I will keep this account active (mainly because I've had it for so long), but I want to start a blog with a new, more focused direction. This one is great for venting purposes and updating everyone on my life in general, but that's about it. The new account will be up soon, and I'll be sure to keep you all posted ( Read more... ) -
A reminder for myself:
I am putting a great deal of effort into keeping myself [mentally] preoccupied these days. While I've been very busy at WOU, I can't help but occasionally worry about things that are happening at home in Portland. But I have come to a realization: holding onto things makes life much more difficult because it is-- in essence-- our refusal to move ( Read more... ) -
. Exercising the body & the mind .
I'm pretty proud of myself at the moment. Last night I did a 40-minute workout, including 25 minutes on the elyptical and 15 minutes jogging (yes, jogging) on the treadmill. That's a big accomplishment for someone with Erythromelalgia. My goal (at the moment) is to eventually work my way up from jogging to running, as well as increase my endurance ( Read more... ) -
. MY life, MY terms! .
I feel like there's something I'm not doing correctly. No matter what I do, I cannot win-- and it's really frustrating. I'm attempting to execute this thing in the best way that I know how, but it's never good enough. Why am I not succeeding here ( Read more... ) -
. 2011: Day Two - Resolutions .
In about an hour and-a-half, I'll be heading back to my temporary homestead in Dallas. My winter classes start tomorrow at 8 AM, and I don't really feel like I'm ready to buckle down again. I used so much energy to survive the fall term that my brain still feels like it could use another few days of recovery. But alas, I'm sure I'll be fine. The ( Read more... ) -
. 2011: Day One .
So, it is now 1-1-11. 2010 went by really quickly-- almost too quickly if you ask me. However, I'm still looking forward to starting over with somewhat of a clean slate. I didn't bother to write any resolutions this year, as I'm pretty sure that those will develop with time. Some goals do come to mind, though. Hopefully I can commit to meeting them ( Read more... ) -
. "I am gonna make it through this year if it kills me." - The Mountain Goats .
I still can't believe that today is the last day of 2010. It sure came and went in the blink of an eye. It seems like just yesterday I was celebrating the end of 2009 with my ex and his family. This year has been both one of the best and one of the worst years on record for me; I am certainly ready to "reboot" with a clean slate ( Read more... ) -
. Staying occupied .
While losing the dog has been really difficult, I've managed to keep myself (mostly) distracted since Sunday night. For example: I used the gift certificate Mom gave me for a 50-minute massage on Tuesday. Professional massages definitely are NOT overrated. My back felt a lot better when I climbed off of the table ( Read more... ) -
R.I.P., Sieger.
Rest in peace, Sieger. You were an amazing, sweet dog and we all love you very much. We will miss you, sweet girl.
"May angels lead you in..." - Jimmy Eat World