Tell me something.
How often do you look forward to seeing your mum only to be stroked with the iron splints of her criticism?
Sigh.
“What took you so long? Now I’m late,” she greets you at the door.
You sprint into the kitchen to fill her fridge with homemade goodies you’ve spent hours conjuring up. She waits impatiently in the doorway, her eyes glued to your back.
“Leave it, would you? I must go.”
You swallow the humble pie and help your mother into the car. [Read more…]
Tell me something.
Waking up early in the morning, how often do you feel thrilled?
Every day? Now and then? Ever?
*Sigh*
Instead, rambling bells blow up the silence of your bedroom, ripping you out of the abyss of sleep. Your heart scared out of the rhythm, bumps frantically against the chest.
And all you wish is to slide deeper under the covers, back into the lethargy of sleep.
There, in your dreams…
…Gentle kisses pull you up to a surface of consciousness.
“Good morning, baby bird. Your breakfast is ready.” [Read more…]
Marge lies sleepless in her bed.
How on Earth can she squeeze mum’s birthday party into her already heavy schedule?
Starring wearily into the darkness, she struggles to solve a futile time puzzle.
Marge wants to help everyone.
Take care of the neighbour’s cats while she’s on vacation?–“Ok, no problem.”
Clean up mum’s refrigerator today?–“Sure, mum. On my way.”
Deal with partner’s tax problems?–“I’m on.”
Saying no is rarely an option. [Read more…]
Do you feel trapped?
Like sitting at the bottom of a deep well. No light. No life. No hope.
*Sigh*
He pushes your buttons with remarkable precision – he knows exactly where they are.
“You’re just like your mother!”, he barks.
“Tired? You?!!”, he rolls his eyes with contempt, “You make me laugh.”
“So you’re smart, ha?”, his face dangerously close to yours.
Then he plays the nice guy, to lull your vigilance and catch you off guard. With criticism, lies, and intimidation.
Just to suddenly strike you with his,“Now, what’s wrong?”
You try to comprehend your partner’s behaviour. Blaming yourself for the “wrong” questions and being “stupid”.
Sinking deeper and deeper into despair. [Read more…]
We’ve all been there…
Your heart trembles with anticipation. His looks, his smell, and his sparkling eyes. His touch sends a shiver through your longing body. His voice is music you never get tired of.
You almost forget to breathe.
He used to be your universe.
For a while.
But now? [Read more…]
You love your husband.
And he loves you. Your relationship is good.
Most of the time.
But do you wish he’d be more affectionate? Perhaps a kiss on his way out, a compliment on your new haircut. Or holding your hand while watching TV.
Do you wonder why he can’t ask you: “How did that meeting go today?” or “How was your doctor‘s appointment?”
You’d love to get a word of appreciation for keeping the house clean and cozy. Or get a helping hand to tidy up the kitchen. After all, you help him in the garden, don’t you? Continue Reading
