OK, OK, so anyone who knows me knows that I didn’t have a lousy childhood and that neither of my parents was ever occupied with anything but providing a soul-nourishing environment for their family. In fact anyone who ever met my mom or my dad would have “about two hemorrhages apiece” if they knew that I was plagiarizing The Catcher In The Rye on the Internet at their expense.
You’d never believe it, but this is actually my second attempt at a blog. The first shot was a blog about my mom, her battle with cancer and the many friends and family members that gathered around her (online and off) through that journey.
Since that blog was first launched into the blogosphere, a lot has changed for me. First, mom passed away on June 14th. Second…well, that was a really big change actually, so I am going to just set that one down as the cornerstone and build up from there.
After mom’s funeral, I suddenly found myself without a reason “to blog”, which was very frustrating. For one thing, it keeps me off the streets. And it’s kinda like therapy even though I really don't believe in therapy and there is NO WAY I would ever pay someone to sit around and listen to me ramble just to feel more balanced and connected.
To be honest, I am still not sure if I have a reason to blog anymore…but I’m gonna try.
The Absolute Best Burger Bowl with Potatoes
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3 comments:
I am sorry to learn about your mom, but I am glad that you have stuck with blogging. I totally agree with you about not wanting to pay someone (a complete stranger, at that) to sit around and listen to you. When my dad passed away, my family and friends kept telling me to go to counseling, but I would have none of it. I dealt with my anger and grief my own way, and although it was rocky at times, I made it through without paying for a stranger's ear. Keep blogging, Howard!
Thanks, Carrie!
Very sorry to hear about your father. I am still adjusting to this new world without my mom, but doing OK, I think. Gotta say, Xfit has been a great release for me during the grieving process (it provides a different reason for me to cry!).
And now that my little blog has a follower, I feel a strong sense of obligation to my audience!
I agree, Howard--punishing your body and mind with something as demanding as CF definitely helps release your emotions. I actually joined the rugby team and enjoyed the physical pain I dealt and was dealt during games. I think I would have been much worse off if I hadn't had that outlet. I am glad that you found CF and that it has helped you through this difficult time. And thank you for blogging. :)
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