I am not an early bird or a night owl. I am some form of permanently exhausted pigeon. Burnout occurs when your body and mind can no longer keep up with the tasks you demand of them. Don’t try to force yourself to do the impossible. Pigeons can’t fly high. Being tired has become part … Continue reading Dealing With Fatigue
Taking Risks
If there’s a slight chance at getting something that will make you happy, risk it. Life is too short and happiness is rare. Create your own happiness. Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go. Do one thing every day that scares you. Hard work never … Continue reading Taking Risks
Understanding Children
Children are really amazing creatures. Who else can talk so much. So early. Without caffeine. The quickest way for a parent to get a child’s attention is to sit down and look comfortable. Kids are full of energy until someone says “clean up” then they become so tired. Toddlers take 2 hours to put their shoes … Continue reading Understanding Children
Safety
Drive carefully. 90% of all people are caused by accidents. Good girls are found in every corner of the earth. But unfortunately, the earth is round. Always buy a bigger bottle than you think you’ll need. Better to be safe than to be sober. It takes skill to trip over flat surfaces. If you’re on … Continue reading Safety
Life on a Spectrum
I fall somewhere on the spectrum between Proverbs 31 and Tupac. Being different doesn’t mean being less, it means being you. My personality is energetic, fun, yet slightly psychotic. Want to know who your true friends are? Have a child with autism. Autism is as much a part of humanity as is the capacity to … Continue reading Life on a Spectrum
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