Monthly Archives: April 2015

The Miniscule Escape

It was a beautiful day at the Oregon Coast, and yet I was trapped inside a casino, losing yet again.  Cigarette smoke surrounded me, seeping into my clothes and despite silicone earplugs, the sound of slot machines playing alluring tunes … Continue reading

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A Break

It feels as if I just spent a month or more free from the lecherous grasp of the migraine monster.  Alas, it was only three and a half days, but to have a break in the action like that is … Continue reading

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Bereft

The dream felt so real.  All I had missed laid out before me.  Children grown and their children grown, and I had no place to fit in.  Who were these people?  One looked like another.  And fingers pointed that it … Continue reading

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The After Zen

Finally after an unanticipated four weeks break from the local athletic club and swimming, I returned yesterday.  I was surprised that I picked up right where I left off.  Even though I only anticipated a half hour session, I swam … Continue reading

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I Feel Like “The Fool”

I know I’ve been one big heaping scoop of lament lately, but things are simply not getting any better in my migraine treatment.  I feel as if I’ve been abandoned by the doctors who are treating me.  The reason is … Continue reading

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