When we come from fear

September 23, 2026
Sometimes people don’t come from anger or any other emotion. Even if that's how it seems. Instead, they come from fear. In fact, I'd lay odds on the fact that most of us come from fear most of the time: Fear of being rejected. Fear of losing control. Fear of not being enough. Fear that if we...

Scary things

January 7, 2010
TAKE ONEAt 3a.m., our shower went on, then off. We, the dogs and the cats were all in our beds. I got up to see if anyone was in there. Nope.Hope it had something to do...

Beautiful things: perfect red bloom

January 7, 2010
It was blooming quietly in the cold winter air, nestled among the greens and growth in a corner of an old Charleston...

Healing hands, life-saving poison

January 7, 2010
Life-saving poison.That's what chemotherapy is. When it works.So far, I've kept my distance and I hope it stays that way. But last week, I accompanied a friend to her...

Mover haiku

January 6, 2010
Mover estimate.How did I get all this stuff?Past time to cull...

He made it all

January 6, 2010

Intentions and goals

January 6, 2010
1. If you were only allowed to have 1 Intention for 2010, what would it be & why? Write a book proposal. 2. If you were only allowed to have 1 Goal for 2010, what...

Hidden lives

January 5, 2010
The old, overgrown cemeteries tucked away in corners of Charleston, SC are a treasure trove of history. Some of the stones date back to the 17th century with vines and...

Cold is a relative term

January 5, 2010
It is 44 degrees here in Tampa. With wind chill, it feels like 37 degrees.Last night, it was even colder.When we start to think it's really cold here this week, we...

Lisbon airport. 12/23/09. 0645 hours

January 5, 2010
Who doesn't love a flash mob?Who knew the Portuguese were so much...

Packing haiku

January 5, 2010
Packing is not fun.Even when you want to move.Next time I'll use...

Follow Carol

Welcome!

Here you’ll find my blog, some of my essays, published writing, and my solo performances. There’s also a link to my Etsy shop for healing and grief tools offered through A Healing Spirit.

 

I love comments, so if something resonates with you in any way, don’t hesitate to leave a comment on my blog. Thank you for stopping by–oh, and why not subscribe so you don’t miss a single post?

Archives

Subscribe to my Blog

Receive notifications of my new blog posts directly to your email.