I stopped chasing sunsets. I didn’t even realize it happened. The year I quit drinking, I would spend time seeking out sunrises and sunsets. It became my little joy and every time it would humble me. I would have tears or epiphanies or just simply exist and in a way that was so pure. Just for that moment. I don’t know what happened. Getting Back Out There I made myself go to the mountain today knowing it was the best thing for me. Rushing to get there and, per Kristin fashion, was still running late. I didn’t want to miss…
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Ahhh friendships… I thought about writing about friendships in sobriety but I don’t think that is relevant to my experience. My friendships seemed just fine after I quit drinking. With the exception of a few where drinking was how we got together, I maintained those relationships. So let’s talk about friendships in adulthood because that shit is hard. You hear about seasons and I believe I’m in a season of solitude and reflection. Conflictions It’s like my brain is having disagreements though, because one part says, yes, do this. Keep learning about yourself. Grow with your family. This is about…
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With summer right around the corner, there is no better time to learn how to calm your mind. As a new season unfolds and the warmer weather invites longer and busier days, the thing that seems to pair well with the chaos is stress. Between juggling work deadlines, managing household chores, and keeping up with our kids’ schedules, it’s no wonder we sometimes feel like we’re running on empty. I’m here to spread some good news: we don’t have to let stress control us. As a (sober) mom with a full-time job and two energetic kids, I’ve learned a thing…