The Quiet Collapse
It’s Monday afternoon, and the house is quiet in a way that would normally feel peaceful… but it doesn’t. The kids left for school after eight. Since then, it’s just…
The Door That Finally Opened
This morning, I felt like I was standing in front of a door locked for years, hand on the knob, bracing myself for what might be on the other side.…
I’m Not Just Tired… I’m Carrying Too Much
The word “tired” doesn’t fully express my feelings, despite my repeated use of it. Tiredness has taken over my body. Exhaustion derives from pain; it does not request, nor does…
I’m Existing
I'm Existing This seems to be a common thing lately. There is no hiding it. There is no faking it. Living like this for so long has affected my mood.…
Itch. Tape. Pain... & Prayers.
Starting the Year in Survival Mode
New year is coming in strong… and not in the cute, glittery way people post about. We went to bed minutes after midnight. The house was quiet, the kind of…