It’s been a weird week for me. I’ve been sick, hormonal, missing friends & family, had the worst fourth of July ever and today is my son’s 2nd birthday. It’s a happy day and a sad day all in one swoop. My appointment with @jenniferpriest isn’t until next week, but I really feel like I could use some guidance.

I’m applying for jobs like mad. I’m spending time envisioning what job I’d like and where exactly I’d want to live (apartment type, neighborhood full of children, near a school my son enjoys). I broke one of my own rules and made an ass out of myself to a friend I care about and feel horrible about it. (Rule: when you get upset, wait. Weigh the facts, consider all possibilities. Wait.)

I know this time in life is temporary. I won’t always be stuck where I’m at. I suppose someday I will look back on this as a HUGE life lesson. (Always have your own money. Pay attention to your instincts. Don’t let someone take your power away. Pay attention to how they treat their mom because that’s how they’ll treat you. If they make horrible comments about having to “service you”, then they don’t really love you.)

I almost feel I could write a book for other women. We all seem to have the same issues, even if they are hidden by a different set of circumstances. I can’t tell you how many emails, comments, etc. I’ve received from other women saying, “Reading your blog has helped me. I’m going through something similar.” or “I’ve gone through something similar and it helps me deal with my past.”

I naturally want to help others. Always have been that way. It’s nice to know this blog has helped people. I’d love to know my words have helped someone move past their own pain and reconnect with the beauty of who they are and feel their own power and gain their own voice again. That would be worth it all.

Welcome back!

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