We Had No Idea
I was driving the same route through my little home town that I’ve taken so many times. I thought about how when I was younger I’d…
No, Staying Home is Not Harder
I haven’t shared my unasked for opinions in a while, but here I am. First of all, I want to say that I am in awe…
The First Time I Drank Alone
Submitted to Not All Big Girls Drink Wine Anonymously I remember the first time like it was yesterday. My routine was the same. Rise early, go…
I Could Have Tried Harder, But Perhaps I Wasn’t Meant To…
I looked in the mirror and reflected back on moments of my life. I said to myself, “you know Phoenix, you really could have tried harder at that.” And the truth is I absolutely could have, but perhaps I wasn’t meant to. I could have tried harder, but perhaps I wasn’t meant to. So today as we practice, give yourself permission to find the balance between effort and ease. Let go of ego and allow yourself to explore what that place of balance feels like.
Back To Therapy, Meetings, and The Future
Fall is right around the corner, and while I love this season, ’tis the season of listening to country music, counting crows, and feeling the feels.…
Mother & Daughter
It’s so very odd To think of a time when I didn’t know you. The truth is, I always did. Before I knew your face My…
I’m Not Ready To Be Content
The majority of my blog posts and poems stem from things people have said to me in the past. Their words seemed rather insignificant at the…
Untitled Nonsense
Like a wave, you crash and retreat Lingering for a moment Forward and back as you please In the only patterns you know Never staying at…
Getting Older Sucks and I Want Botox
I finished writing this last night and immediately felt gross and ashamed. I said to myself, “Phoenix, you ungrateful brat. How could you be complaining about…
The Silent Struggles of a Gray Area Drinker
If you haven’t heard of “gray area drinking,” it’s something I suggest googling. In short, gray area drinking is the space where seemingly successful members of…
