An elusive, distracting phrase, isn’t it? Purpose of life. I could stop you from carrying out that urgent task you’re doing right now simply by asking this seemingly harmless yet deeply important question … More Purpose of Life
October was an interesting month. Like every other month, it was a mix of good and not-so-good. But unlike the rest, October came with flavors and fragrances that made it memorable in its own unique way. … More October Musings
Yesterday was the first day in a week that I woke up without a headache weighing me down. Last week was rough, with stubborn headaches taking over my days and leaving me feeling inadequate. I couldn’t read or write as I had planned. … More Of Headaches and Hopes
…but you’ve got to move! Stop waiting for a sign.There is no special signal devised just for you by the universe to announce that now is the time to work on your dream life. Now is the time.With or without a sign from the universe. Yes, sometimes the universe does nudge you to get started. But … More The Universe Has Your Back…
It’s been a while since I’ve let my thoughts wander freely on the page. Somewhere along the way, I began to avoid writing—not intentionally, but gradually, like slipping into silence without realizing it. Today, I’m giving myself permission to return. No pressure. Just presence. I am not sure what to write. It’s been a long … More Finding My Way Back to Words
Flipping through my gratitude journal is such a pleasant feeling. I notice many of the same lines appearing multiple times — the repetitions of my life and routines. And yet, I am grateful for those repetitions. They are answers to many of the questions hiding in the recesses of my mind. Perhaps that’s why I often find … More What Lies Beyond #FictionMonday
Today, my kids are back in school after their two-week fall break. Akku was sad by the end of the first week of their break. He was upset that there was still a whole week left—he just wanted to be back in school. All of last week, he kept complaining about not having school to … More Of Breaks, Books, & Missing School #FictionMonday
Beyond all the noise, I hear my inner voice. It doesn’t always happen, but often, its familiar tune repeats. The first time I heard it, I was surprised. I dismissed it as a fluke, yet the surprise came from what the voice said—it spoke kind things about me, things I needed to hear, things I … More The Voice #MundaneMonday
“Strong people don’t put others down. They lift them up.” – Michael P. Watson This quote grabbed my attention immediately. Is it because I often witness strength as clobbering others instead of helping them? Growing up, I thought strength meant standing tall by putting others down. I saw people who spoke fiercely and disrespectfully to … More Of Strength in Kindness #FictionMonday
I have a good relationship with sleep. There is no bad blood between us. I love to sleep and stay asleep without any trouble, leading me to believe that sleep loves me too. A perfect relationship, don’t you think? But I am a light sleeper. Falling asleep is a delicate process. I need those few … More Caught between Snores and Sleep
Void Thoughts 