Do you ever see wild animals? : Have you ever seen a wild animal? If someone answers no to this question, they might be living under a rock, because technically, squirrels, chipmunks, birds, rats, and mice are all considered wild animals! But there's one particular…
Do you ever see wild animals? : Have you ever seen a wild animal? If someone answers no to this question, they might be living under a rock, because technically, squirrels, chipmunks, birds, rats, and mice are all considered wild animals! But there's one particular…
What is one thing you would change about yourself? If you've been reading my blog for a while, you know that I struggle with depression, anxiety, and a host of other mental health issues. And if I'm being honest, there's one thing I'd change about myself if I…
What is one thing you would change about yourself? If you've been reading my blog for a while, you know that I struggle with depression, anxiety, and a host of other mental health issues. And if I'm being honest, there's one thing I'd change about myself if I…
I have one question for the man who says loves me,Why? Not how, not when, not where did you fall,But why am I just another check mark on your list?It's not my smile, or my laugh?I don't do that often, I don't light up a room,I'm not a solution to your inner…
I have one question for the man who says loves me,Why? Not how, not when, not where did you fall,But why am I just another check mark on your list?It's not my smile, or my laugh?I don't do that often, I don't light up a room,I'm not a solution to your inner…
What are your family's top 3 favorite meals? Our Family's Top Picks! When it comes to meals, our family has a few favorites that always hit the spot. For my daughters, the top pick is mac and cheese – specifically, Kraft Dinner (KD). Yes, I know it's got its drawbacks, but…
What are your family's top 3 favorite meals? Our Family's Top Picks! When it comes to meals, our family has a few favorites that always hit the spot. For my daughters, the top pick is mac and cheese – specifically, Kraft Dinner (KD). Yes, I know it's got its drawbacks, but…
What's the first impression you want to give people? If you've been reading this blog for any length of time, you know that I'm a kind, loving, and caring soul. However, I want to make one thing clear: I won't tolerate being taken…
What's the first impression you want to give people? If you've been reading this blog for any length of time, you know that I'm a kind, loving, and caring soul. However, I want to make one thing clear: I won't tolerate being taken…
Do you trust your instincts? I've been pondering this question for a while now, and the answer is surprisingly simple: no. I don't fully trust my instincts. The number 51 might suggest a more optimistic outlook, but…
Do you trust your instincts? I've been pondering this question for a while now, and the answer is surprisingly simple: no. I don't fully trust my instincts. The number 51 might suggest a more optimistic outlook, but…
What does it mean to be a kid at heart? As a self-proclaimed serious soul, I'm not sure I'm the most obvious candidate to tackle this question, but I'm taking a stab at it anyway. The phrase "kid at heart" has been floating around in my mind for…
What does it mean to be a kid at heart? As a self-proclaimed serious soul, I'm not sure I'm the most obvious candidate to tackle this question, but I'm taking a stab at it anyway. The phrase "kid at heart" has been floating around in my mind for…
As an adult, I recently found myself captivated by the whimsical world of Gabby's Dollhouse on Netflix. The show's imaginative and immersive storyline revolves around Gabby, a little girl who interacts with her cat-themed toys in her enchanting dollhouse.…
As an adult, I recently found myself captivated by the whimsical world of Gabby's Dollhouse on Netflix. The show's imaginative and immersive storyline revolves around Gabby, a little girl who interacts with her cat-themed toys in her enchanting dollhouse.…
A year has passed, yet echoes remain,Of whispered promises, and love in vain.You sought my all, but I couldn't give,For part of me belonged to him, and our kids, I live. My heart was split, a fragmented thing,Yet, in the shards, a spark still clings.I…
A year has passed, yet echoes remain,Of whispered promises, and love in vain.You sought my all, but I couldn't give,For part of me belonged to him, and our kids, I live. My heart was split, a fragmented thing,Yet, in the shards, a spark still clings.I…
What will your life be like in three years? Here's a revised version that includes that part: "I'm not quite sure how to answer this question. Except, my children will be older, and hopefully, I'll still be here, alive and kicking. There's always room for…
What will your life be like in three years? Here's a revised version that includes that part: "I'm not quite sure how to answer this question. Except, my children will be older, and hopefully, I'll still be here, alive and kicking. There's always room for…
Name the most expensive personal item you've ever purchased (not your home or car). "I'll flip this question on its head and share my thoughts. Everything is expensive these days, whether it's a cup of coffee, a haircut, or a trip to the nail salon. It's a…
Name the most expensive personal item you've ever purchased (not your home or car). "I'll flip this question on its head and share my thoughts. Everything is expensive these days, whether it's a cup of coffee, a haircut, or a trip to the nail salon. It's a…
Invent a holiday! Explain how and why everyone should celebrate. Scorpio As a Scorpio, I know I'm not alone in feeling like we're a bit… intense. We analyze things to death, we fight for what we believe in, and we love with every fiber of our…
Invent a holiday! Explain how and why everyone should celebrate. Scorpio As a Scorpio, I know I'm not alone in feeling like we're a bit… intense. We analyze things to death, we fight for what we believe in, and we love with every fiber of our…
Do you need time? The next question I'm tackling is about needing more time, and while there are many possible answers, I have a very specific response to share. To be honest, everyone could use a little more time, don't they? This week, something happened that really…
Do you need time? The next question I'm tackling is about needing more time, and while there are many possible answers, I have a very specific response to share. To be honest, everyone could use a little more time, don't they? This week, something happened that really…
What podcasts are you listening to? "Today's Jetpack prompt asks about my favorite podcast, and as a long-time professional wrestling fan, I have to say that my go-to podcast is 'Tuesday Night Titans' hosted by JD from New York…
What podcasts are you listening to? "Today's Jetpack prompt asks about my favorite podcast, and as a long-time professional wrestling fan, I have to say that my go-to podcast is 'Tuesday Night Titans' hosted by JD from New York…
What's something you believe everyone should know. The Value of a dollar Today's question has left me puzzled: "What's something you think everyone should know?" My answer might ruffle some feathers, and for that, I'm sorry. But I believe…
What's something you believe everyone should know. The Value of a dollar Today's question has left me puzzled: "What's something you think everyone should know?" My answer might ruffle some feathers, and for that, I'm sorry. But I believe…
You have three magic genie wishes, what are you asking for? "Today's daily prompt asked, 'If you had three genie wishes, what would they be?' Finally, a question that doesn't feel like group therapy! But first, I need to lay out some parameters. For my first wish, I would wish for…
You have three magic genie wishes, what are you asking for? "Today's daily prompt asked, 'If you had three genie wishes, what would they be?' Finally, a question that doesn't feel like group therapy! But first, I need to lay out some parameters. For my first wish, I would wish for…
Early 2004 I'm going to rant a bit today about parenting, specifically about when we started letting our under-12-year-olds go unsupervised. Yes, I'm guilty - I let my daughter play at the park across the street from my house. I'm lucky to live directly across…
Early 2004 I'm going to rant a bit today about parenting, specifically about when we started letting our under-12-year-olds go unsupervised. Yes, I'm guilty - I let my daughter play at the park across the street from my house. I'm lucky to live directly across…
How much would you pay to go to the moon? Today, I'm tackling the Day 1 question from a journal app: How much would I pay to go to the Moon? This question has a couple of crucial factors that would influence my decision. Can I bring my family, or is it a solo trip? And,…
How much would you pay to go to the moon? Today, I'm tackling the Day 1 question from a journal app: How much would I pay to go to the Moon? This question has a couple of crucial factors that would influence my decision. Can I bring my family, or is it a solo trip? And,…
1986-2024 Today marks your 39th birthday, and I'm taking a moment to reflect on the past. I wish things had been different between us. I wish we could have fixed our bond before it was too late. As I think about the years that went by without us…
1986-2024 Today marks your 39th birthday, and I'm taking a moment to reflect on the past. I wish things had been different between us. I wish we could have fixed our bond before it was too late. As I think about the years that went by without us…
What’s the biggest risk you’d like to take — but haven’t been able to? The Risk of Taking Controll Today's question has me wrestling with a risk I've been wanting to take but haven't been able to: betting on myself. I've been yearning to make significant changes in my…
What’s the biggest risk you’d like to take — but haven’t been able to? The Risk of Taking Controll Today's question has me wrestling with a risk I've been wanting to take but haven't been able to: betting on myself. I've been yearning to make significant changes in my…
Today, I was asked to choose a single color that best represents my current mood. This question sparked an interesting reflection, as I realized that my answer is deeply rooted in a personal color-coding system that I've developed over time. In my family, we use colors to…
Today, I was asked to choose a single color that best represents my current mood. This question sparked an interesting reflection, as I realized that my answer is deeply rooted in a personal color-coding system that I've developed over time. In my family, we use colors to…
Today, I want to talk about grief. People say grief is just love with nowhere to go, and that's probably why it lingers. I find this to be so true. Sometimes, a song comes on, and I'm transported back to a memory. I see a picture, hear a voice clip, or watch a…
Today, I want to talk about grief. People say grief is just love with nowhere to go, and that's probably why it lingers. I find this to be so true. Sometimes, a song comes on, and I'm transported back to a memory. I see a picture, hear a voice clip, or watch a…
What’s something most people don’t know about you? InI'm sitting here laughing at today's prompt: "What's something that nobody knows about you?" Honestly, if nobody knows something about me, why would I want to share it on the internet? It's a bit paradoxical, isn't it?…
What’s something most people don’t know about you? InI'm sitting here laughing at today's prompt: "What's something that nobody knows about you?" Honestly, if nobody knows something about me, why would I want to share it on the internet? It's a bit paradoxical, isn't it?…
Do lazy days make you feel rested or unproductive? I'm excited to share my thoughts on the daily prompts I've been receiving. While they've certainly inspired me to write, I've noticed a pattern that's been feeling a bit repetitive. Many of the questions seem to…
Do lazy days make you feel rested or unproductive? I'm excited to share my thoughts on the daily prompts I've been receiving. While they've certainly inspired me to write, I've noticed a pattern that's been feeling a bit repetitive. Many of the questions seem to…
Today's jetpack question asks: when you think of the word "successful," who comes to mind and why? I believe the answer to this question really depends on your definition of success. Some people think it's about accumulating wealth, while others believe it's about pursuing…
Today's jetpack question asks: when you think of the word "successful," who comes to mind and why? I believe the answer to this question really depends on your definition of success. Some people think it's about accumulating wealth, while others believe it's about pursuing…