Monthly Archives: November 2015

I’m Not Your Inspiration Porn!!

Posted on November 30, 2015 by lana1967

” Let’s talk a little bit about “inspiration porn.” If you don’t know what that is yet, and you clearly have been living under a rock if you haven’t heard that phrase, Wikipedia gives us a matter-of-fact definition. The term … Continue reading →

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Hello, My Name is Lana

Posted on November 28, 2015 by lana1967

I am a recovering People-Pleaser. I knew this would eventually come out. I don’t try to please people who read what I read. I try to please my partner at all costs. I even try to please the 2 dogs … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Shell of Fear and Isolation

Posted on November 27, 2015 by lana1967

I’m living in a shell of fear and isolation. I want you to know me and see the heart in me. All the lies others have told me about myself and all the lies I’ve told myself about me have … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 26, 2015 by lana1967

Taking a break today for the Thanksgiving holiday. I’ve been on a Despicable Me/Minion binge, so I thought this would be appropriate. Much love and many blessings to all you lovely people.

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My Best Friend Is a Book!

Posted on November 25, 2015 by lana1967

A lot of kids want to be something special. A little girl can wear a cape around her shoulders and pretend to be flying, and for that brief moment in time, she feels as if she’s a superhero. I never … Continue reading →

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Writing My Truth

Posted on November 24, 2015 by lana1967

Previously posted on Beguine Again. I have spent the past three weeks working on something I never expected to follow through on. I am rewriting the times in my life that have had the biggest impact on who I am … Continue reading →

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Home–Or Maybe Not.

Posted on November 24, 2015 by lana1967

Last night I said I was looking for home. I haven’t moved excessively since I became an adult, but I definitely haven’t kept it down to a minimum. I’ve lived in enough different places that seeing the list makes me … Continue reading →

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A Misfit Looking for Home

Posted on November 22, 2015 by lana1967

I haven’t talked about my childhood yet, because quite honestly, I don’t remember a lot about it. I remember bits and pieces about school and being in the hospital. I remember people, but not events that took place. I remember … Continue reading →

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A Involuntary Break

Posted on November 21, 2015 by lana1967

Just wanted to check in and let you all know the only internet access I have at the moment is on my phone. I hope I can figure it out by later in the day. i did write last night, … Continue reading →

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Making a Living or Making a Life?

Posted on November 19, 2015 by lana1967

I have always had problems finding a job that works out with all my limitations. I never worked during high school or college because I didn’t drive and lived in small towns. Finally I found internships/summer missions where lodging/transportation/food were … Continue reading →

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