Things That Made Me Smile Today – Thursday, July 16

Yesterday, I had a dentist appointment. It was for a crown replacement, so right now I have two temporary crowns. Ever since I got them yesterday, my tooth has been hurting. My tongue too. It keeps rubbing against one of the temporary crowns, and it’s all a bit of a mess. In two weeks, I’ll get the permanent crowns, which I hope will fix all these issues. For now, the pain comes and goes. I’m more worried about my unsuspecting tongue. … More Things That Made Me Smile Today – Thursday, July 16

My Morning Ritual

Every morning — well, most mornings — I start my day by writing my morning pages. 

It’s a slow process ,the first reminder to slow down and savor the moment. And of course, it’s 5 a.m., it’s cold, and I’m somewhere between sleepy and trying to keep my eyes open. … More My Morning Ritual

Ink Will Flow

Journaling takes you somewhere—often to an unplanned, unexpectedchance meeting of words and thoughts,carving out stories to feast upon. Sharing a glimpse from my free-write session a few days ago Here is the edited version: My fountain pen is not working properly. Granted, days—no, weeks—no, months of negligence preceded this rebellious nature of my fountain pen. … More Ink Will Flow

Journaling and Mental Clarity #SoulfulSunday #FictionMonday

Journaling is one of my favorite activities. I have been journaling for almost 18 years. The act of putting my thoughts onto paper helps me keep the clutter in my mind at bay. I don’t always know what to write in my journal. But when I sit down to fill the page with my thoughts, … More Journaling and Mental Clarity #SoulfulSunday #FictionMonday