I'm not sure if it's just me or not. It very well could be just me. But it very well could be others, too. I had a bit of an epiphany in my therapy session today. Of course it was at the absolute last minute, so we didn't flesh it out very much, but, it … Continue reading Paradigm Shift
Author: Emilee
The Quarter Life Quasi-Crisis
I'm a part of a private (though extremely LARGE) group on Facebook that focuses on chasing one's dream. Or, as they say, "hustling". Great. Hustle is awesome. I know how to hustle. Softball days taught me to never be the last on or off the field. Band days taught me to practice well and often … Continue reading The Quarter Life Quasi-Crisis
The unbearable shroud of shame
The weight of the shroud around me is constricting. It's confounding. It takes reality and distorts it for a lesser truth. I've "lived" my life in the shadow of shame. Not even shame of what I've done, but shame of who I am. I am filled with shame of my thoughts. My words. My actions. … Continue reading The unbearable shroud of shame
Expecto Patronum
Expecto Patronum. "I seek a guardian" I do not believe that one ever outgrows their need for guidance, for protection, for security. We all need to be reminded that, when our way gets cluttered or confounded, that there is always hope. There is always an opportunity to regroup and try again. Or, rather, there may … Continue reading Expecto Patronum
Emilee. . .It’s only water.
I sat down at my computer to create an ad for my Chorale. . .so, naturally, I thought now would be a great time to write a blog. My junior year in high school I had one of the best teachers I've ever had. Mrs. Andes taught AP US History and I can still sing … Continue reading Emilee. . .It’s only water.
That’s kinda scary.
I used to think I wasn't afraid of anything. Except tornadoes and house fires. And snakes. But it turns out that I'm afraid of just about everything. Failing. Being lonely. Being with people (sometimes. Depends on the situation). Being wrong. Being annoying. (Oops.) Being rejected. Being unwanted. Fear is powerful. It is strong. It is … Continue reading That’s kinda scary.
You’re a Horcrux, Harry.
I just finished reading the Harry Potter series for the first time. It was an incredible journey of love, friendship, and sacrifice and I can't wait to read it again, but something that happened in the end of the final book made me think. Hard. If you haven't read the story, I'll catch you up … Continue reading You’re a Horcrux, Harry.
The journey
I'm 27 years old. I have a graduate degree. I have been out of undergrad for 5 years. Yet, right now, I feel just like I did when I graduated college. When I graduated in 2009, I had no idea where I wanted to go. I had (have?) an eclectic array of interests and abilities, some … Continue reading The journey
Those are funny baby gifts.
As far as I'm concerned, it's the Christmas season. I know we haven't even gotten to Halloween, yet, and (in Dallas) it's still 80 degrees outside, but. . .what's your point? Christmas, for me, is a wonderful time to really contemplate on the birth and death of Jesus. I know, I know. That's Easter. Except, … Continue reading Those are funny baby gifts.
10 Reasons You Should Consider Deleting Your Facebook
Good thoughts. Maybe, though, it's learning to use it in moderation. . . maybe not.
The Messy Faithful 