This writing was completed at the National Writing Project's writing marathon stop on August 11th. Each set of writing was 5-15 minutes long (varied) and in-between, we shared our writing with an ad-hoc group from across the country. Part one: I am a writer I got published in the Pioneer Press in the 2nd grade. … Continue reading Short Thoughts at Random
ADHD
Baby, How You Feelin’?
I don't really know how to answer Lizzo's question right now, to be honest. Everyone I know who is neurotypical seems to be experiencing a lot of trauma. There seems to be a lot of crying, a lot of anger, and a lot of emotion. It's kind of weird, but I'm not really feeling much. … Continue reading Baby, How You Feelin’?
December 22: break
The stress melted away a little bit today; even though there's still plenty on my mind, I felt relieved to have more than two days to relax. I know we have a lot of things to do this week, but I hope we have a few days where there are no responsibilities or expectations. The … Continue reading December 22: break
December 11: brain overload
My brain has been rushing a lot lately - like, my thoughts are flying through my mind at such a fast speed that I can't really keep up with them. They are pretty random lately, too. More random than normal. For example, if I've done anything awkward or embarrassing or "wrong" to any of you, … Continue reading December 11: brain overload
December 6: Taking meds
I take medication for depression and ADHD. These two conditions are comorbid in a lot of people, even though there hasn't been causation shown either way (as far as I know). I have been had depression for as long as I can remember, but it got really bad after I was pregnant the first time … Continue reading December 6: Taking meds
December 5: staring at a blank page
It's hard to write every day and try not to be repetitive. Sometimes, nothing new comes up. Sometimes I am just generally content and things are going pretty well for the most part and I just don't have much going on in my mind. I mean, don't get me wrong, there's stuff going on up … Continue reading December 5: staring at a blank page
October 26: so many things on my mind
One thing about ADHD is that sometimes my mind is swirling with so many thoughts and ideas that it's impossible to keep them straight. At times like that, I kind of shut down and look for distractions for my mind: reading blogs, looking through twitter, playing a little iPhone game, listening to a podcast, laying … Continue reading October 26: so many things on my mind
October 8: frustration
No matter what, I can never seem to get ahead. I had an epic grading session over the weekend, but I still ended up staying to work until 6 pm, and I still feel like I'm behind. Just when I feel like I'm getting caught up, I get another email or realize I have another … Continue reading October 8: frustration
September 19: Accidentally Uncaffeinated
I FORGOT MY COFFEE THIS MORNING. I am an addict and I forgot to pour my coffee and take it with me. I didn't notice until I got to school. I was that tired this morning. I tried to be positive about it. I thought, "maybe I'll be fine!" I was so naive. I was … Continue reading September 19: Accidentally Uncaffeinated
August 1: it’s gonna be a LONG night.
I am such a scatterbrained airhead today. I missed my turn for the doctor this morning and sort of got lost (I blame construction). I almost put the cereal away in the fridge. I started getting a sore throat and took a nap, which helped me pull it together for the afternoon/evening, but then I … Continue reading August 1: it’s gonna be a LONG night.
Adventures in Distraction 