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Kindness and the Words We Choose.
Deep breathe in, deep breathe out. Ok... Hi. Yeah, it's me again, the guy that rambles. So I want to start out by talking about language for a sec. When I was writing my previous post I was kind of rushed, (I tend to do things at the last moment. I.E. Today's post that I didn't finish until 4:00am) and I used a word that overall didn't feel right after I published the post. I used the word goodness. And I just kinda kept ruminating over it because the word choice just felt a
Jen & Pete
13 hours ago3 min read
The Grind
Writing is an interesting thing. Some days, words flow like a raging river. They just keep going, nothing stops them, and all you can do is hope your fingers move fast enough to capture everything you want to say. Other days, they are like a leaky faucet: a slow drip that would take hours to fill a small glass. This is the stage I’m at right now as I sit down to write the blog, but it got me thinking. This metaphor can very much be used in life for many things, tying it into
kevin.froehling
2 days ago3 min read
Hunger
This is Jen. Pete and I are not small people. We've tried to lose weight time and again, but always seem to go back to our starting weight or worse. So, we've decided to get weight loss surgery. In the meantime, my medical weight loss doctor was able to get me a prescription to Wegovy, a weekly shot that helps you lose weight by slowing down digestion, thus the gland that shouts "I'm HUNGRY" doesn't shout as loud or as much. I didn't know what to think of it. It's weird givi
Jen & Pete
6 days ago3 min read
Where is that Love?
There has been a thread of music running through me over the past several days. Since Friday, I have been spending a lot of time in my truck, sitting or waiting or driving with a lot of uninterrupted time of listening to my playlist. Even though I’ve heard the songs over and over, they are the songs that mean something to me. And, that meaning can change over time and depending on the current situation in my life. Being alone in the truck listening to my music gives me an
Chick Clearview
Dec 105 min read
Boundaries
I’ve found myself reflecting on something that’s become an important part of my journey — boundaries. Throughout life, it’s essential to set boundaries for yourself and for others. They often get a bad reputation, seen as walls that keep people out, but in truth, they’re healthy, necessary tools for growth and safety. Boundaries create space for mutual respect and understanding. They protect your mental, emotional, spiritual, and even physical well-being — and in doing so, th
kevin.froehling
Dec 82 min read
On Goodness
Pete here. What is goodness? What do people feel goodness is? I have been called a "good person" by many people. It isn't anything grand that makes me "good" or "kind". I guess I should start by saying "good" I'm not talking about good vs evil or moral failings. I'm talking more about the little things that I do. I don't want to toot my own horn, I feel like I'm bragging, but the things that I do I notice that other people don't. I don't think maliciously, but it seems that
Jen & Pete
Dec 53 min read
Growing up Neurospicy
Jen again. I am neurodivergent. I haven't been diagnosed yet with autism or ADHD, but I am on the waiting list. The past few years I've become more and more convinced that I am autistic to some degree, which makes me reflect on growing up different from other people. It's like how you realize how messed up your family is once you go out on your own in the world. Your normal gets adjusted as you meet more people with different ways of life. I'm starting to realize how much of
Jen & Pete
Dec 33 min read
Changing of the Guard
A former work colleague whom I have considered a good friend ever since, texted me after my last post and the resulting conversation inspired me to chat some with you about how different relationships come and go throughout life, some good, some not so good. And the impact of those different connections as you move through life. Again, some good, some not so good. Some life-changing, others a bothersome mosquito in your ear. I’m referring to it as “The changing of the Gu
Chick Clearview
Dec 14 min read