Dear Darling Ones, I like to do big deals on the 6th of the month. Be born (June 6th). Have a stroke (March 6th). Face cold, hard facts (July 6th). What? You might be asking…
Browsing Category Hermit Truths
Today I’m 52 & Still Doing the Hard Things
Hello Darling Ones, Today is my birthday! I made it to 52. Today also marks 15 months since my stroke. And, if we’re marking anniversaries, 12 months since I did the hardest thing I ever…
Not a Good Day
Uff Da, Darling Ones, Today has been a rough one. Yesterday was a rough one too, and I am deep down in the feeling sorry for myself dumps. I had eye day yesterday and it…
Cutting Me Loose
Hiya Darling Ones, Yesterday my physical therapist and my swimming therapist met with me while I was in the pool, and despite my howls of complaint, they are going to discharge me on June 12th….
New Goal Unlocked: Giving Myself Grace
Hi Darling Ones, Happy Excuse to Listen to Liz Phair’s “Whip-Smart” Because of the Song “Cinco de Mayo” Day to all those who celebrate. To be fair, I never need an excuse to listen to…
Exhausted, but Continuing
Dear Darling Ones, My first thought this morning upon opening my eyes was of my dad. He died in September 2022. His death was not a surprise. He had warned us off and on for…