Carnal Zen is my forum to explore all the ideas, contradictions, religions and credit card bills that pepper my life.
In Men are from Mars, Women are From Venus - Dr. Gray tries to flesh out some communication differences between the sexes. I don’t agree with everything but the following quote summarizes a stereotype I generally agree with “many men withdraw until they find a solution to the problem - this has historically been hard [...]
It was a lovely birthday bash. Outdoors on the river there were twinkling christmas lights, champagne toasts and a roasted pig. Friends and acquaintances laughed and took pictures as enthusastically as Japanese tourists. Laugther and polite conversations were heard all around.
As my friend K would say “and then there were shots…” Mate had driven which somehow justified [...]
After yoga today I decided to train on the treadmill to break in my new sneakers. (Note use of the word “Sneakers” - not to be confused with “tennis shoes” or even “runners” - I am still a NY native) My gym has just installed these FANASTIC new machines that do everything but massage your feet. You can [...]
I like to think of myself as having a thick skin. I don’t. I use snarky humor and a lassaiz faire attitude as a cover for my soft underbelly and A-type personality. In reality - words cut me deeply. I try forgive but I never truly forget. As a result - I’m very cautious about choosing my [...]
I bet you’re doing it too. Precariously balancing relationships, children and work, driving on bald tires, and stretching dollars as though they were made of spandex. We’re all juggling all of the time. Yesterday - the flood gates seemed to open and it was all just too much.
I remember wishing I did not live in this [...]