FYI: This will be a post full of a full fledged vent. Something I feel we all would like to do, but feel like it’s not allowed when blogging. Well, screw it. We’re going to jump right into it. I feel….lost. 2019 did not go exactly how I planned; scratch that, it did not go…
Author: Whit Izz
New Reads for Fall!
As the fall season approaches, what better way to spend your down time then in front of a cozy fire reading one of these 4 awesome books, written by none other than….ME! Click each pic below to be linked to Amazon to purchase!!
People Watching…
Sometimes when I watch people, I am mesmerized. As a storyteller, I tend to veer off into a world full of imaginative stories about people; about what they have seen, what they have experienced, who they know, who they love…anything is possible. I think people watching is a bit of a stress reliever. Sometimes you…
Nano is Approaching, This Time I Will be More Prepared
The last two Nano’s have been a complete mess. I gave up on myself within a week. The spark wasn’t there for me for a while, so I gave up before I could even get into the swing of it. This year, I will be more focused; more disciplined. I have to, because I have…
Life After the Storm
Everyone has trials in life; and if you don’t, then I’d be hesitant to applaud you for never having a trying time in your life. But, again, it sounds like an exciting life. For those of us who have experienced any type of negativity in our lives, knows that at times it is hard to…
Been a While.
So, a lot has happened since my last post. Good things, but things nonetheless. So, I moved. I fled the nest that I’ve known for 27 years of my life. It was very scary at first, and I don’t really think my body and mind have settled into the anxiety, but I did it and…
Choose. Yourself. Every. Time.
So, a lot has happened in the last 12 weeks or so, things that have made my begin a transition into a new chapter in my life that I am so excited for. It also taught me a valuable lesson about myself. So, in April, due to my own personal mental health, I took a…
Stretching my Creative Muscles
Lately, I’ve had the urge to do more with my creative brain. Currently, I am a writer; I write poetry, prose, short stories, novels. That brings me peace, but I also want something that can make me explore and expand my creative ideas. I have been thinking about painting and photography mainly, as those are…
“You Don’t Look Sick” – Why You Should Stop Saying This
A few weeks ago, I went to the doctor to discuss an extension on medical leave that I had. I had a conversation with him about what I was experiencing in relation to my depression and anxiety. During the conversation, he made a statement to me that sort of bothered me. He said “you don’t…
Lessons vs. Lifetimes: Using Discernment in Meaningful Relationships
We all have encountered many friends, associates and experiences in life, but how do you know whether or not someone was placed in your life to teach you a valuable lesson, or to be there for a lifetime. I believe there is true discernment in allowing yourself to differentiate from the two. A lot of…
Write, Live and Love 