Emotional Growth: My Path To Adulthood

I have a playful spirit, so I don’t have an exact moment when I realized I was officially an adult. What has happened is my evolving, mindful ability to regulate my emotions and not “react” to life as an unregulated child would. I am able to stay grounded, think of perspectives, and empower myself rather…

Nova Scotia, Canada – Country Moon

November 30th, 2020 – Mockingigh Lake, Nova Scotia – Full Moon During My Early Morning Run

Looking Back On 3 Years Of Sobriety

My sobriety date is August 1st, 2023. During a recent visit, my parents brought a cake to celebrate my third year of continuous sobriety. Both they and Michael are proud of my persistence to remain sober. Every day, I think about my alcoholism. I have to, because this disease is cunning, baffling, and powerful. If…

Holy Cod! Those Prices!

I don’t know what the best restaurant is in Halifax because Michael and I rarely venture out for a foodie experience, especially trendy locations, it’s just too expensive. I’d rather cook a fine-dining meal at home. S, 🌻

Radiant Roots – Everyday Mindful Moments – Blog About Nova Scotia

Solo Travel Over 40: Rediscovering Joy on a Nova Scotia Road Trip Embrace midlife adventure with a solo Nova Scotia road trip. Tips, insights & slow travel for women over 40 seeking reinvention & joy.Read more at … Solo Travel Over 40: Rediscovering Joy on a Nova Scotia Road Trip Wow! So much thought and…

How a Time Machine Message Could Change My Life Path

If I had a time machine I would tell my past self this: “This message is from the future you. Future you has Borderline Personality Disorder, Histrionic Personality Disorder and alcoholism; so do this: after high school continue to live at home and while working and saving for university spend a year in therapy to…

Dinner With Author Teresa Dovalpage

A few years ago, Teresa Dovalpage — author, educator and fellow blogger — and I connected within the WordPress community. Teresa lives in New Mexico. I live in Nova Scotia. What an adventure it would be if we met to have dinner in Havana, Cuba. Teresa was born in Havana, and the plot of her…