Category: Reflection
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The Body Keeps the Score
I originally intended to make a social media post about this, but as time passed, I realized I had much more to say, so I decided to write a blog post instead. Not long ago, I began listening to the audiobook The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma…
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31-Day Cold Plunge Challenge
In the latter part of last year, I ordered a cold plunge tank from Renu Therapy out of California. After it arrived, my husband and I (along with a few friends) moved the 300-pound tank to its permanent location in our back courtyard. The following day, I took my first plunge in the tank. Before that, I…
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My Menopause Manifesto
I am in the beginning chapters of my Menopause Coaching Specialist certification program. To put menopause into perspective, between perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause, half the population (IE, anyone with active ovaries) will spend half their life in a menopausal state. It has been both validating, as well as eye-opening to read about the various…
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Join Me In Making Magic
I grew up in a home where, when it came to entertaining and the Holidays, the hostess (IE my Mother) did all the work. Aside from cleaning the garage just before the party, my father did little to help. The guests never lifted a finger. Their every need was anticipated. Their glasses were always full…
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My Shield
Before I begin, I feel the need to address an elephant that is often in the room when I cosplay or when I talk about my cosplay. I am well aware that I am judged for being a grown adult playing dress-up. I do not need to defend or explain what I do. However .…
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Middle Age
According to Wikipedia – middle age is between 45-65 years old. On August 5th, 2021, I will turn 47. Several months ago, I noticed an ugly little voice inside my head. Whispering, I am no longer at my peak, and that 47 is old. “You don’t have it, anymore.” This voice would say. And while…
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