Carnal Zen is my forum to explore all the ideas, contradictions, religions and credit card bills that pepper my life.
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 [...]
Mich commented on my last post today. My words, my thoughts were confirmations she was waiting on from the universe. I was thrilled today to hear I’d been a conduit. A muse. I wish her the VERY best in her exciting new endeavor in whatever form it takes.
Now, back to me. An hour after getting that [...]
Everyone has a day when they are off their game. A day when you can’t or won’t to find a silver lining this side of the Mississippi and you give in or give up. I’ve talked about giving myself permission to spend the day indoors and unshowered even if the sun is shining. I’ve parked myself [...]