Tag Archives: self-reflection

Pop

Posted on February 16, 2022 by mammasquirrel

My homework for therapy is to write down my fears. But every time I start thinking about what they are, it’s like the balloon of doom is being let out and then I quit. I patch that dang hole right … Continue reading →

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Learning To Use Scissors

Posted on February 13, 2022 by mammasquirrel

I know that I can thread a needle. I can use that thread to fix small holes in pillows, stuffed animals, and missing buttons. But for whatever reason, I can’t undo the knots in the thread that is my current … Continue reading →

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Leading Empty

Posted on December 26, 2021 by mammasquirrel

And over the locked gate she went. The road stays closed, but only from moving cars and trucks. The dogs were already ahead, barely stopping to look and make sure she was still behind them. Or to pee on the … Continue reading →

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Transformation

Posted on December 7, 2021 by mammasquirrel

I see you speaking to me. I feel you calling me back. I crave the freedom I once carried in you. I know that it is there. I know it is waiting for me. And I know that every time … Continue reading →

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Never Ordinary

Posted on October 12, 2021 by mammasquirrel

As I was looking through the photos I took, this one particular stopped me. It’s not overly amazing. I took it through my kitchen window so the clarity could be better. What most won’t see is the post from my … Continue reading →

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Here to There

Posted on August 6, 2021 by mammasquirrel

I used to question my mental status. And I’m being real right now. I was always calling myself crazy or asking if I was. Because when you hear it enough, doubt forms. You begin to wonder if you really are … Continue reading →

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Note To Self

Posted on August 1, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Everybody has an opinion. And while that is more than ok, the issue is that some think their advice is law and will shame you for not agreeing with them. It’s quite sad really. There is truth to the saying … Continue reading →

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It’s Coming

Posted on May 22, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Sunshine finally Sneaking through the gray Clouds that threaten more rain soon But are holding off To let the afternoon warmth Absorb into my skin Allowing a brief moment of joy As the kids laughter And innocence Surround my ears … Continue reading →

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Undecided Chaos

Posted on May 19, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Beneath the laugh I’m ever lost Trying to go left and right Simultaneously distraught – Climbing up Plummeting down Crying out for clarity- Day and night One in the same Always cracked Never fixed- Good and bad Not strong enough … Continue reading →

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When Can I Sleep

Posted on May 14, 2021 by mammasquirrel

It’s not enough to close these eyes, And turn off all the lights- Because my thinking doesn’t have an off switch, And darkness brings the fights- The worries march forth, With the “what if’s” next in line- Row three is … Continue reading →

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