Andy Dickson

Life after Loss?

Hmmm…what does that even look like really? I have no doubt my father’s loss will be with me forever, as it should be, but I’m struggling with what that looks like. The numbness is present most of the time but when it cracks I cannot stop the flow of tears and the guilt ridden thoughtsContinue reading “Life after Loss?”

Missing my Dad

It’s at night that the grief swallows me…or that I allow it to at least with little effort to stop it. I turn pages of photo albums to see the man you were before you became mine and cry tears of joy. And then see you as a father in those pictures with a twinkleContinue reading “Missing my Dad”

Will “Over Thinking Disorder” be the latest DSM V entry as a result of the COVID Quarantine?

I don’t think I am the only one in this boat, but do you find that you have an abundance of time on your hands during this pandemic isolation? Don’t get me wrong, this time is filled with lots of positives; paint by numbers, diamond art, lots of reading, re-watching entire television series, working out,Continue reading “Will “Over Thinking Disorder” be the latest DSM V entry as a result of the COVID Quarantine?”

Just say NO!

Why do we still struggle with saying no to someone? As grown ass women, men, people we shouldn’t be ashamed of disappointing people because what they’re asking of you doesn’t or won’t bring you joy. Or better yet, what they’re asking of you is out of line. Be strong. Say no! Anything that makes youContinue reading “Just say NO!”

All the time in the world?

I was riding/spinning on my spin bike this morning through beautiful Argentina and the virtual trainer, Nicole, started talking about a restaurant owner she met while touring the country. The restaurant owner invited Nicole and her team to his home since his restaurant wasn’t open that day. And he took her on a tour ofContinue reading “All the time in the world?”

Stay Home, Stay Human

With the world embracing social distancing to flatten the curve of spreading COVID-19, my true introvert is shining bright but I’m struggling to maintain a sense of normalcy. It has been such an odd and devastating time these last few weeks; death, lack of compassion and humanity, trips cancelled, etc. Listening to hourly updates, readingContinue reading “Stay Home, Stay Human”

Why Sundays are my favorite day

I understand that many people out there dread this day because it means that their weekend is coming to a close and that they have to return to work. But I look at it a bit differently. And this isn’t me drowning you with toxic positivity. Some people hate their jobs and loathe having toContinue reading “Why Sundays are my favorite day”

Looking back with gratitude

To say I was a late bloomer with a lot of things growing up wouldn’t be a stretch. I had no interest in chasing after boys (or girls) with my friends in middle school. I was the last one to start my period (14 ½ in case you were wondering). Last one to get aContinue reading “Looking back with gratitude”

What’s with all that “but”?

What do you see when you look at me? That is truly one of the most loaded questions. Do I really want to know the answer? Are you really going to be honest with me? Am I just fishing for compliments? The biggest problem with all of the questions that I’ve just posed isn’t insecurityContinue reading “What’s with all that “but”?”

Finding the best version of myself

As I reflect back on all of the versions of myself over the years, it’s quite daunting. The high school version…The Follower; the late teen version…The Slut and The Rebel; the early twenties version…The Pretender/First Wife; the late twenties…The Divorcee’ and The Bar Hopper; the early thirties version…The Outspoken/The Backboned/The Ambitious; and now this version…TheContinue reading “Finding the best version of myself”