Day 25 prompt: We perceive "normal" in the context of our own experiences. Someone who grew up with domestic abuse thinks that's normal until someone who experienced a life without abuse shows you that the state you are in is not "normal". What about your normal have you come to realize isn't or wasn't "normal"?... Continue Reading →
Seeking Normal – Day 23
Day 23 prompt: T.D. Jakes notes, "If what you see modeled in front of you is in any way deformed or deranged your concept of normalcy is defined by what you see. It is hard to be what you have not seen."If you believe this then how can you change your normal? Can you rise... Continue Reading →
Seeking Normal – Day 22
Day 22 prompt: Gary Kiel (my super-handsome spouse) says normal is whatever is the middle in the group of people you are with at that moment. Normal resides in the middle of two extremes and can change based on the group dynamic.What group best defines your normal? My answer: This is a great prompt and... Continue Reading →
Seeking Normal – Day 18
Day 18 prompt: Do you recognize "normal" in your life when it is at its peak?At what point do you look back and realize that you long for "normal"? Sometimes it is a normal that you didn't even realize you had until it's gone. My answer: Well we are all keenly aware of what normal... Continue Reading →