Tag Archives: independence

Plans for 2022 and Unraveling Negativity!

January has always had a sort of romantic quality. It’s just the idea of a new beginning, all the potentialities and plans unfurling in my head. In the past, this joy was short-lived because I would get so excited about these new ventures that, by the time I got to the execution phase, I’d overthoughtContinue reading “Plans for 2022 and Unraveling Negativity!”

Help Me Settle a Debate… (VIDEO)

I don’t know how to describe it. There is just something about being constantly told I should talk about my disability that makes me uncomfortable. I recognize, and am often reminded, that many people with cerebral palsy have difficulties communicating. I’m repeatedly told that I should use my ability to speak as an asset toContinue reading “Help Me Settle a Debate… (VIDEO)”

Some Reflections After Our Vacation

So, our first couple’s vacation is in the books! We had an excellent time in Florida and it was great to see family and check out all the parks! Honestly, I am very proud of us for accomplishing all we did. Not only did we physically navigate the parks independently, but also we planned thisContinue reading “Some Reflections After Our Vacation”

How is Manifestation Meant to Work?

So, I just heard an interesting bit of audio from Dolores Cannon. I’ll include the video below in case you want to check it out for yourself. Essentially, she talks about the power we have in manifestation. As I’ve mentioned before, we have the power to create our own realities. If we sat down andContinue reading “How is Manifestation Meant to Work?”

Our First Trip Together

Okay everyone, time to vent some of my fears to you. “But Julie, isn’t that what you always do?”, I hear you asking. Okay…maybe. Anyway, my fiancé and I are going to Orlando, FL at the end of the month and I’m very excited, but also a bit anxious. So, you know, still on brand.Continue reading “Our First Trip Together”

How Grief Kick-Started My Self Discovery

I’m trying to find out what exactly will make me proud of myself. That last part is extremely tricky. I have to figure out who I am separate from the relationships I let define me.

Let’s Talk About Self Censorship in Creative Writing

I’ve grappled with this topic for some time now. I’m not saying that we should throw editing out the window, far from it. Most of my poems go through four or five rounds of edits before I post them. The main element of censorship I struggle with is the aspect of oversharing and audience comfort.Continue reading “Let’s Talk About Self Censorship in Creative Writing”

Judgment: Real or a Projection and Does It Matter?

I feel like, when you headline a post with a question, the implication is that answers will follow as you continue reading. I will not make such a bold guarantee here. As I mentioned in “Taking Control Can Be Messy”, my life is dominated by questions right now. This question of judgment is just oneContinue reading “Judgment: Real or a Projection and Does It Matter?”