Category: Journal

5.18.25 I stopped taking sleeping pills after the first week in rehab, after I had detoxed, attributing my nightmares and brain fog to them. I have several friends who are around the same time in their recovery as I am, and they tell me about their nightmares and strange dreams. There doesn’t seem to be… Read more

5.17.25 Spring clean-up is underway in the secret garden. Thanks to FB Marketplace, my roommate scored a lawnmower for $20 a few weeks ago to clear out the trails and walking paths throughout the front yard. Today, a metal washing machine bin to make a fire pit for $20. Tomorrow I’m picking up a BBQ… Read more

5.15.25 Today has been a productive day. Some positive changes are happening at work, and I had my first one-on-one with my old/new boss to set goals. I also met with Lady J, who helped me sort out some current feelings I have been unnecessarily and unconsciously compounding with older feelings of guilt. Talking through… Read more

5.14.25 Yesterday was a great day! I was constantly reminded of how blessed and fortunate I am to have the people in my life that I do. I started the morning joking with my doctor that he’s a little late to be worrying about my liver. He laughed and sent me down the hall for… Read more