Living Proof

This bench means a lot to me. It’s a place where I go to think, reflect and try to get a clear head. Today was only 25 degrees out. I went and got a Starbucks Cafe Mocha and sat by myself. There weren’t many people jogging or walking their dogs as usual. There was a silence that I never heard before on this bench. From afar, I could see the kids ice skating on the pond from the other side. I remember my mom taking me to ice skating on this pond when I was that age. I remember sitting on this bench having deep conversations with my true love and watching the ducks pass by, floating so carefree in the water. No matter what season it is, this bench is mine. It always comforts me when I’m feeling down. I didn’t feel the chill of the 25 degree weather, instead, I felt the warmth of the sun glowing on my face and the heat of the coffee warming up my hands. Today was a good day. Thank you all for the advice you have given me on my previous post. I really appreciate it and I have bee...

I'm not sure whether or not it's easier to give advice while not experiencing something, or give advice having gone through it already. "Easier said than done." "Been there done that." "It gets easier with time." "Time heals all wounds." Since I know what it’s like to go through anxiety and depression, I feel that I can give advice on what works for me when I’m neck-deep in it.   I have written “how to” articles online as well as tips on my blog. I’ve told people numerous tips, such as: eat bananas, take vitamin D, get some sunlight, write it all out, drink coffee, exercise and watch a good comedy, etc. All of these are great tips because they have all worked for me in the past. The one that helped me the most was a vigorous work out at the gym and then tanning right afterwards. That was like a drug for me. It did wonders! Now I’m in a funk. It started a couple days ago actually. I first started getting signs of fatigue. You ca...

Today I will be going to the psychic that found me in the grocery store.  I will keep you all informed later this evening about the details regarding my "ex-husband".   Oddly enough, this photo really looks like her too!  (Kinda cute!)   Stay tuned!  ------------ Also, if you would be so kind to just do this simple thing... Please cast your vote for my friend, Amy Beckerman so she can get on The Big Gay Sketch Show.  It only takes one click--it's not hard at all.   Click here to case your vote!   You can check out her stand up comedy act below!

And then she called back... To be continued...