Just feeling good today, in the groove. Which made me think of this song: https://youtu.be/mWBvcJAXwu4 In case you can't watch it from the blog, it's Feeling Groovy by Simon and Garfunkle. It's just a feel good tune. And, because one thing leads to another, here's a special treat: https://youtu.be/JVdlpZ4M-Hw Get ready to chair dance with … Continue reading This Fine Friday
Thursday Celebration
Of course, today I'm celebrating all day that my daughter's home. Her kids are beyond thrilled. I slept in and don't have to take anyone to school and am loving it. I'm also still listening to the Healing Collective Trauma summit - I haven't gotten to listen to all of it, and can't afford to … Continue reading Thursday Celebration
Wellness Wednesday 10-16
I am already feeling better. Doing better. Step count average: 5,572 High: 8,507Average sleep: 5 hrs, 55 minWeight: 166.2Glucose range: 118 - 137 All of that is better. I've taken time to walk, I've moved around a lot. I have had an interesting week with the grandkids and am enjoying listening to the Healing Trauma … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday 10-16
Moments {2}
It was her lover who helped her to her feet. He allowed her to stretch her arms, wiggling her shoulders, and then raised her hands, placing them behind her head, right at the nape of her neck. She was still blindfolded. "I'm going to claim you," he said. "I'll ask you to submit to my … Continue reading Moments {2}
Monday Quote – 10-14
Ran across this quote that made me smile: “Supposing a tree fell down, Pooh, when we were underneath it?' 'Supposing it didn't,' said Pooh after careful thought. Piglet was comforted by this.” ~~ A.A. Milne Getting ready to head into the week. Babysitting the grands until Thursday, which has been fun and great exercise and … Continue reading Monday Quote – 10-14
Pondering Trauma
Listening to a presentation by Bessel van der Kolk about healing from trauma. He talks about how many of us are numb, not living fully embodied. He points out that when you're numb, anything that creates sensation may be perceived as pleasurable. And is that why pain is pleasurable? Or part of why - we … Continue reading Pondering Trauma
Moments {1}
She is kneeling, head bent, naked. Hands clasped behind her back, rocked back on her heels, knees open. She has been shaved, or maybe waxed; in any case, her pussy is bare and exposed. Her hair is long, braided. She is blindfolded. The men standing around her are dressed, one of them very formally in … Continue reading Moments {1}
Friday Fun
I might have posted this fascinating article before, but I can't resist looking at it again. Meet The Dominatrix Who Requires The Men Who Hire Her To Read Black Feminist Theory. I love this article because it talks about the psychological component of BDSM, and the connection between BDSM and healing from trauma. This connection … Continue reading Friday Fun
Thankful Thursday
When I decided to do this theme, I didn't know that I would really have something terrific to be thankful for. But I do. My daughter got a wonderful job. A job that will pay pretty well. A job that doesn't seem like it's going to have horrible hours that will keep her from actually … Continue reading Thankful Thursday
Wellness Wednesday
Ok, here we go. The good, the bad, and the ugly. Weight: 167 - ok, 167.7 this morning, but I was already wearing clothes.Steps: Avg 4,250, High 5,410Sleep: Avg. 6 hrs, 34 minutes. Range from 5-19 to 8-13Glucose: Range: 128 - 140 Qualitatively speaking, my clothes don't fit the way I want them to, I'm … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
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