This is for all my friends and family that might be struggling with something in their lives. It's OK to be sad sometimes.

“It’s okay to be sad. You don’t owe anyone a performance of being okay when you feel like you’re falling apart. It isn’t your job to smile or hide your truth to make other people feel more comfortable. If it gets awkward, let it be awkward. If people try to silence your pain by telling you to get over it and cheer up because you’re no longer fun or you’re ruining the mood, you don’t have to push away your sadness. You have to honor your feelings and trust that you don’t need anyone’s permission or approval to feel what you feel. You don’t ever have to sacrifice your self care for the sake of people who only want you around when it’s easy and comfortable. Their discomfort isn’t about you — it’s about them and their own limitations, and no matter what they think or say, you deserve to give yourself permission to feel whatever it is you feel. You’re allowed to show your feelings honestly. You’re allowed to talk about your pain and reach out for support. You’re allowed to scream and wail and cry. You’re allowed to be sad.”
—Daniell Koepke

My Miss Bella Bichpoo

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— FruGal's Freebies (@FruGalsFreebies) March 28, 2014

Oh the things these eyes have seen...

Good way to think about it...

Instead of wondering "what now?", I can think of it as more freedom to be me. Not a good or bad thing, just "what it is".

Don't Forget to Spring Ahead this Weekend

A SAHM Struggle to Let Go by:Traci King 2/12/2014

The struggles are real.
The emotion is real.
I can't stop the tears from falling down.
I know that I must let go.
It is hard.
It is painful.
It is lonely.
It is sad.
It is necessary.
It is normal.
It is growth.

What Gives? The Psychology Behind Gift-Giving During the Holidays

Better to give than receive. We've all heard that at one time or another. But have you ever really thought about it? Why do we do it? What type of gratification comes from us in doing this act? This time of year often has brought to me a sense of dread rather than joy. That may sound a bit callus but it is true. Trying to choose items that people are really going to like is stressful. Some people just go through the motions when buying gifts for others. The sense of obligation overwhelms them and they do it whether they really want to or not. Sometimes it is due to lack of funds, but sometimes not. If you have ever had given someone a gift that they really didn't like you probably have felt bad and or angry. And quite the opposite feeling is derived when someone truly likes what you have given them. Personally, I like to give people things when they least expect it. Not when it is expected. Then it feels to me like the surprise element puts people off guard and usually they are thrilled. Most people like surprises. I feel a little more in control then.


Have you ever received gifts from someone and didn't really want it, because you really didn't like the person to begin with. Or maybe the person giving the gift was trying to manipulate you because there was an unspoken obligation after doing so. Maybe you didn't want the gift because you couldn't "pay the other person back". What if the person was just shoving it in your face that they had more money than you?  Whatever the reason, where is the joy in that?

But gift giving can also be a way to connect with others.  A way to express your appreciation and acknowledge each other. Sometimes maybe romantically or even to express respect or admiration or merely familiarity.

People should also know that there are other ways to acknowledge each other. Maybe have a party or send cards or photos, or a simple newsletter to bring them up to speed with what is up in your life. Whatever you choose to do, let's not forget what this season is really about. Acknowledging your spiritual beliefs whatever they may be. Let's enjoy this time of year and stop and smell the cinnamon. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all!

Better to give than to receive

Better to give than to receive

Better to give than to receive

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In the Garden of Thoughts animated video

Inspirational video-  "To thine own self be true"

12 Things you should never, ever say to a Chronic Migraineur

Here is an article from Migraine.com. 12 things you should never, ever say to a Chronic Migraineur.
 http://migraine.com/blog/the-migraine-dirty-dozen-things-not-to-say-to-a-chronic-migraineur/

I have had chronic migraines for the last 5 years.
I have heard every one of these at one time or another. I had a Migrainous stroke. Yes, a migraine can even be fatal. If you know someone with this disease I have found the best thing you can do is ask them if there is anything they need, or anything you can help them with.