by johannasr2 | Sep 19, 2021 | Family, Love, Parenting, Relationships
It is the way of humans to see that each generation is an improvement upon the last. I remember that gorgeous day when she was born like it was yesterday. I woke up in labor; I had been waiting for this overdue baby for awhile. She wasn’t really overdue, her due date...
by johannasr2 | Sep 11, 2021 | Education, Fibromyalgia, My Illness
One More Disability Disappointment I’m young! Accepting my disability has been a challenge. Sometimes, I am vastly miserable under the weight of the pain of my disease. Other times, I feel capable. I am a busy grandmother, I remember everyone’s birthday, I am...
by johannasr2 | Jul 5, 2021 | Addiction, Family, Parenting Adults, Psychology
I get that working with an addicted loved one can be traumatizing and cause anger and pain. What I don’t get is all of the anger pushed outward, to be pressed on others who are *at best* sideliners to the drama unfolding in the family. Addiction can and does tear...
by johannasr2 | May 20, 2021 | Family, Fibromyalgia, Love, Relationships
I Require that my disability is honored. And yet, you get angry with me because “I can’t”. Your able-bodied self can’t imagine being disabled. You think I reject you when I say no to your plans. Your plans are flawed, I can’t possibly stand,...
by johannasr2 | Apr 11, 2021 | Family, Love, Parenting Adults, Relationships
And I sure know what I am talking about. So, I am a mother, and I am old enough (62) that I don’t have a mother. Actually, it’s been 25 years since my mother passed. If that is also true for you, then trust me, I understand in ways that others cannot. It’s a singular...
