Teaching
I hate public speaking. I turned down a job I was told I’d almost certainly get because it involved the word faculty. I ended up getting a job that still includes instruction, but only in one-offs, and only a few Continue reading Teaching
Category Archives: Communication
Playing With The Imp
I swear, a lotStingy things make me swear a lot more I’m very sarcasticSleep dep/exhaustion/late nights make me lose whatever filter I may haveI’m always tired If I say no, it may not mean neverLikely, I’ll be the one to Continue reading Playing With The Imp
Special
“Do you feel appreciated and special?” A deceptively simple question, but not for the insecure. Sure, I felt appreciated. I got hugs and compliments on my contribution to the dinner. Been told it was good to see me. But special? Continue reading Special
Kushiel’s Chosen
I’ve picked back up on the Kushiel series by Jacqueline Carey. Kushiel’s Chosen this time. Dart was a Lot to process, so it’s been years between. This one is no different, and I’m barely into it. I’m not a Game Continue reading Kushiel’s Chosen
TBT: Rabbit Hole
I remember this conversation so clearly, but it was so many years ago. I searched through the old posts of that time, but I guess I never specifically wrote about it. There was a Lot going on at the time. Continue reading TBT: Rabbit Hole
Reminders of the Past
I have been reminded at work, why I write this blog. We did a strengths assessment and training seminars. One of the questions asked was “I feel strong when I…” My first answer was work-related, but my second answer was Continue reading Reminders of the Past
His Care
And sometimes, I need for him to take care of me, when I’m striving too hard to take care of him. As per the last post, I was stressing myself out massively over the events this weekend, and more. I Continue reading His Care
Self Care
Self care isn’t just about eating right, exercising, and sleeping. It is also caring about your own happiness, and not staying in situations that make you miserable. It’s about speaking up for yourself and going after what you want. I am Continue reading Self Care
Winter Blues, Spring Fever
I have been terrible about posting these last few months, and I do apologize, my dear readers. The cold weather that came along with winter this year (and maybe even the lack of pretty snow to go with it), had Continue reading Winter Blues, Spring Fever
Rope, Beatings, and Service
I had a really nice time at WW last weekend. I got to hang out with many members of my chosen family, and one even offered me a bed, so I didn’t have to drive home in the middle of the Continue reading Rope, Beatings, and Service