If I could walk in your shoes for a day, what would the voices say to me, what would the faces look like? Could I survive your reality or would I go mad? *Since his pre-teens, my son has struggled with a myriad of mental health issues. Diagnosed at age 12 with severe panic/anxiety disorder … Continue reading In his shoes
Last peaceful weekend
I did a little checking this weekend, a little Google recon, because it's good to know things. When you live near a popular tourist destination, especially a summer favorite, it's important to be prepared. Monday, the beginning of the first, full week of March, also marks the beginning of college Spring Break season. From now … Continue reading Last peaceful weekend
Devil’s in the details
During my weekly photo hikes, I'm often ambling along deserted trails that are in the middle of nowhere. Most people, even native Floridians, or at least those living in my region of the Sunshine State, have never heard of some of these nature preserves/state hiking trails/state forests and other some such places. There are no … Continue reading Devil’s in the details
Up on the roof
The roof had an odd pitch to it, making it a challenge but not impossible to walk across. Stan kept his hand on Pauley’s back, claiming he was helping steady her, but really he liked that he could feel the heat of her body through her silk blouse. He worried that the steep angle would … Continue reading Up on the roof
The good, the bad and the meh: the continuing Asta saga
Today, we had a sort of "good news/bad news, but mostly meh news" appointment at the vet's with our fur kid Asta. After a two-week wait, we hoped that she healed to the point where the pin in her hip could be removed. The bad news is her vet wasn't satisfied with the progress of … Continue reading The good, the bad and the meh: the continuing Asta saga
Discombobulated
Can't tell up from down Am I coming or going In, out or sideways *Photo venue: Blackwater River State Park hiking trail, near Milton, FL