Category Archives: Mental Health

Never Regret Choosing Love

Posted on October 26, 2022 by mariner2mother

Mothering a child with invisible disabilities is not easy, but it’s rewarding. It’s a path chosen by souls who want to evolve. The interplay between my son’s and my life has included great joys and plenty of times that weren’t … Continue reading →

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Mother Hunger

Posted on September 8, 2022 by mariner2mother

Having just watched an episode of Red Table Talk – one of my favorite series – the most recent interview featured former actress Jeanette McCurdy who just wrote a book called, “I’m Glad My Mom Died.” The interview was a … Continue reading →

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Speed Bumps!

Posted on August 25, 2022 by mariner2mother

Have you ever been cruising along and all of a sudden, whammo! A speed bump? Sometimes they’re little, and sometimes they’re intense enough to mess up your car’s alignment. Other than dealing with my Kundalini awakening for the past several … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day and Healing

Posted on May 7, 2022 by mariner2mother

This year, I’m remembering my mother with love. For those who’ve read my blog for a while, you know my relationship with Mom was complicated. There was great love, and also great pain. Being aware of some of the plans … Continue reading →

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Daughter’s Loss

Posted on May 2, 2022 by mariner2mother

Back in the mid 80’s I discovered country music. I was in college, had never listened to country, and dated a fellow who was not only a straight-A student on scholarship but played in a country-rock band on weekends. And … Continue reading →

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Healing from Loss by Suicide

Posted on December 23, 2020 by mariner2mother

Eight years ago today, Christmas Eve was an ordinary day of mothering my son, getting excited about Christmas, and having just returned from shopping when the unthinkable happened. With the rear hatch of my minivan open I answered my cell … Continue reading →

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Oh, The Madness!

Posted on August 6, 2019 by mariner2mother

I bet you think I’m going to write about the recent insane gun violence going on in my country right now. Psych! No. Well, not exactly. Maybe a little. I was prompted by a quote I came across which stated, … Continue reading →

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Mondays

Posted on April 1, 2019 by mariner2mother

Here we are again. Monday. These days I homeschool my teen (technically he’s enrolled with a private, independent learning high school) and Monday mornings are particularly tough. We have breakfast, do some academics and drive to our weekly check in … Continue reading →

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A Shaft of Light

Posted on August 31, 2018 by mariner2mother

Just a quick update today, shortly before our school year begins next week. My teenage son, Little Man, who lives with a number of life challenges, has been doing a medication trial for crippling anxiety for the past several months. … Continue reading →

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Struggling A Bit

Posted on June 20, 2018 by mariner2mother

This time of year marks a time of endings and new beginnings for many students and their families. The school year recently ended for most schools, and with that, students are graduating, receiving awards and certificates, and moving on to … Continue reading →

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