originally published in The Globe and Mail March 29, 2021 “I think I’m gay.” The words came barreling out like a runaway train careening toward an unfinished bridge ahead, warning lights flashing, signs pleading to stop or turn back. But there was no turning back. I sat across from my husband of almost 30 years, …
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Numbness
Lesbian log twenty-nine-zero-six-twenty-one The thing I miss the most about chronic depression is the numbness. I excelled at tamping things down so deep that I was barely cognizant of the dissonance. The rumble of discontentment was more like a fly hovering around a wine glass, and I effortlessly shooed it out of mind. This talent …
Drop in the Bucket
Lesbian log twenty-four-zero-six-twenty-one For many, COVID-19 has meant a complete disruption in schedule and programming. Just the daily routine of going into work has been interrupted for many. COVID has had immeasurable impacts on people’s mental health. For those going through trauma and difficult life changes, the repercussions of the pandemic have been devastating. Navigating …
Work in Progress
Lesbian log twenty-three-zero-six-twenty-one In an attempt to stay accountable, this blog will be my litmus test. This morning, I woke up and made it onto the treadmill for a second day in a row. This allowed me to increase the intensity of my jog-to-walk ratio. A positive sign. I am by nature a delicate flower. …
Muddy Boots
Lesbian log twenty-two-zero-six-twenty-one Yesterday was a pretty down day. I say that, but in truth it was just another day in a full calendar of down days. I described it as being frozen in time, mired in a tar pit of despair. Darkness has been a constant companion for a couple years now. I’ve tried …
Vortex
Lesbian log twenty-one-zero-six-twenty-one Hello, darkness, my old friend. It’s been awhile since I’ve written on the blog. Weeks of trying to put one foot in front of the other, one breath at a time. Summer has greeted me with its warmth, its sunshine and promise of brighter days. Vibrant and resplendent greens spread before me, …