Many of us may have past (or present) horror stories around bad roommates… so maybe this story will resonate with you. I was journaling when it came to me this morning, the first morning of a week of vacation with a goal of spending more time writing. So, I’ll do a quick post on the … Continue reading THE BAD ROOMMATE
Tag: prison mindset
A POEM FROM PRISON
As the title suggests, this is a poem written from prison. I’ll share more information on the other side. “The time that I’ve wasted is my biggest regret Spent in these places I will never forget Just sitting and thinking ‘bout the things that I’ve done The crying, the laughing, the hurt and the … Continue reading A POEM FROM PRISON
ADDICTION & RECOVERY
"Addiction is giving up EVERYTHING for One thing; Recovery is giving up ONE thing for EVERYTHING." - Unknown Short and sweet today. This quote just needed to be put out there for someone. If you have a someone in your life - consider passing it on to them if you think they’re open to receiving … Continue reading ADDICTION & RECOVERY
EXTRAORDINARY
I was talking with my writer friend over coffee today and in the course of the conversation, I thought about Michael. Michael was one of my high school players that I will likely remember for a long time, but for the wrong reasons. Michael had something every basketball coach wanted but could not teach; he … Continue reading EXTRAORDINARY
BUILDING AT THE FORK
"It is not necessary to accept the choices handed down to you by life as you know it. There is more to it than that — no one HAS to do something he doesn't want to do for the rest of his life. But then again, if that's what you wind up doing, by all … Continue reading BUILDING AT THE FORK
LIVING WITH A LOW BAR OF EXPECTATION
“I JUST WANT TO STAY OUT OF JAIL” I met with Chris yesterday for the first time. He’s almost 30 years old, just had a son less than two weeks ago, and reports he is couch-surfing but currently staying with the baby-mama because it works out for her to get help with the baby. She’s … Continue reading LIVING WITH A LOW BAR OF EXPECTATION