Category Archives: coping strategies

The Sounds of Summer

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Holly

This past weekend was Victoria Day up here in The Great White North. It’s a national holiday and the kick-off to Summer (in Canada, Summer gets a capital “S” – it’s that important to us). Victoria Day is a Canadian … Continue reading →

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747 360 Minutes

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Holly

747 360 minutes. That’s how much time has ticked by since I have written anything of substance; anything that has meant something to me. 747 360 minutes or 519 days. I did sneak that small post in back in January, … Continue reading →

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An En Suite and a Mini-Fridge

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Holly

Last Monday I would have given my left arm for an en suite and a mini-fridge. You see, if I had an en suite and a stocked mini-fridge I would never have to leave the sanctity of my bedroom. A … Continue reading →

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Insanity at the Madhouse

Posted on November 8, 2014 by Holly

Sounds a little redundant, doesn’t it? Of course, there’s insanity at the Madhouse. It’s the Madhouse!!! This is a different kind of insanity, though. In an attempt to get me out of my Madhouse bubble and stretch outside my comfort … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Holly

I’m not really sure whether this post is ironic or coincidental. You all may have to help me out with it. Today marks my third anniversary as a blogger with WordPress. That’s pretty exciting. At least it would be if … Continue reading →

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Random Ramblings

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Holly

Recently I started seeing a new therapist. I like her. She’s local, which means I have a lot less driving, and she has a great rate, which means I’m not breaking the bank every week. One of the things she … Continue reading →

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Sunday Funnies

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Holly

This one just struck me funny.

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From Adderall to Vyvanse

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Holly

For the past couple of years Rian’s been taking Adderall to help combat her ADHD symptoms, especially focus issues. She’s been complaining for about a year now that it wasn’t helpin, but I didn’t believe her. Her mood swings were … Continue reading →

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Perception

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Holly

I’ve been watching this TV show, Perception, about a professor who is schizophrenic and helps the FBI solve crimes. From IMDB.com: Dr. Daniel Pierce is an eccentric neuroscientist who uses his unique outlook to help the federal government solve complex … Continue reading →

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Love Him As He Is

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Holly

This is re-posted from The Good Men Project. It is written with profound insight by my friend, Larry, from Me, Myself and Kids. I am re-posting with Larry’s permission. He has expressed my feelings about the kids with an accuracy … Continue reading →

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