I recently said something to the effect of how, when someone finally gets their shit together, it's easy to attribute their newfound confidence to arrogance or perhaps consider them to be self-centered when in fact, it may just be that they finally have themself CENTERED. I think that's what happened to me. For the first... Continue Reading →

I once tweeted that 'Closure is like a fire extinguisher. You never think you need it until you've set your whole life on fire'. Sounds crazy, but it's true. It's strange, the behaviors that we subconsciously exhibit when we don't allow ourselves the necessary time and outlet to grieve, express anger or vent frustration. Trust... Continue Reading →

It's been a little over two years since my last post. In those two years, a lot has changed, Wise Reader. But as I look back on some of my older posts, I realize that other things haven't changed a bit. For instance, I'm still with Hubby, but we have been going to counseling. Granted,... Continue Reading →

Sigh. I know its been a million years since I've blessed you with my presence, but life has been hectic, to say the least. Many of you know that I'm opening my one shop in short order.  It's been a long road, but I feel optimistic about things. Except... See, CHEF ended up getting shit... Continue Reading →

There are two sides to each story, right? One right side, one wrong. One white, one black. One happy, one sad. Okay, maybe I'm exaggerating a bit for effect, but I think you see where I'm going. CHEF once asked me, "Why is it always all or nothing with you?" I didn't understand what he... Continue Reading →

Hey all! ('All', lol? There's like 10 of you 😂). Anyway...This post comes to you direct from the lobby of the Northwestern Memorial Hospital. I'm hanging out here, eating a sammich while my brother gets a sponge bath. I've been in and out of the hospital since he was admitted on Saturday morning. We've been... Continue Reading →

On Friday, Hubby and I had dinner with our friends Renee and Bailey...we haven't gone out socially in a while. On the way home, we ruminated that it has been a rather lucky year with regard to health and household- no major illnesses, no major breakdowns, just the odd cold or rash and maybe a... Continue Reading →

Yes, I'm quoting L.L. Cool J. So. It's been awhile, huh? I bet you didn't even realize I was gone. Something was missing from your life, but you weren't sure what is was... (It was me. That's what it was). But much like herpes and sketchy uncles, I keep coming back. "So where the fuck... Continue Reading →

This happened to cross my Facebook feed. It’s a post originally written by someone named Tanya. I don’t know who she is, but she definitely got it right.  The day is going to hit you when you realize she’s no longer a choice you get to make because she finally chose someone who chose her.... Continue Reading →

Guess what? No, seriously. Guess! Never mind...you'll never get it. 🙄 I'm starting my own business!! I have a website and everything (cocoa-tree.com). I'm on twitter and Instagram too. Why am I telling you this? Because you guys have always been supportive and because I've been whining for the last ten years and I figure... Continue Reading →