My friend organized a weekly walking club. We’ve met every Saturday so far, for about a month. It’s never the same crew. The walkers usually pair off in groups of two or three, as our athletic abilities vary. The path is intersected by a main road. Once we cross that road, we all seem to … Continue reading Walking Club
Category: 2021
Favorite and Least Favorite Word
It was easy to think of a few words that I dislike, some more than others. However, I decided to choose a word that is mainly positive to probably every female except me. Princess, /pɹɪnˈsɛs/, is a word that is from English origin, known to be from the late 14th century. It means daughter of … Continue reading Favorite and Least Favorite Word
Soul Sister? Kindred Spirit? Unbiological Sister?
She's loud She's a talker She's a hugger She's a listener She's a light to you and others She loves Disney She loves ice cream She sends you flowers She'll call to say hello She'll watch your kids She’ll love on your kids She'll take selfies with you She'll text funny memes/gifs She'll drive you … Continue reading Soul Sister? Kindred Spirit? Unbiological Sister?
Public Speaking
Speaking in public has always been a challenge for me. I grew up in a house with a boisterous stepfather and brother. There was a lot of verbal and physical abuse in the household. I decided it was better to stay quiet and avoid being noticed, as I was never sure what may happen that … Continue reading Public Speaking
I Have Depression; It Doesn’t Have Me
Or does it? Some days I don't know. I pray. I read. I take my medicine. I reach out to friends (sort of). I know it will pass, just like it has always done. It's a feeling of heaviness in my soul. If it wasn't for my sense of responsibility, I would stay in bed … Continue reading I Have Depression; It Doesn’t Have Me
Laura J Bembenek, Author 