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A view of what addiction can be. My view as a family member that was dealing with addiction.

It takes courage to walk to the edge of something you fear. It takes courage to take a leap of faith and accept the risk.

I had the opportunity to take a guided fly fishing trip recently. I have never fly-fished in my life. Although, as a little girl and fishing with my father, I tried to keep casting like the fly fisherman I had seen. It just looked fun! I said, "Sure, I'll go; it will be great. I like learning new things." He took me out in the yard and showed me a few things. I watched a few youtube videos, and we went out onto the Carson River and practiced about twice . I was enjoying my

If you have ever enjoyed any sport, you know that at some point, a fall is going to happen. I am proud to say that I had my first fall on my Mountain Bike. Fortunately, it wasn't a horrible one—a fall. My friend and I were riding on a dirt road heading toward the small stream that crossed the road. I watched Jaimie as he made his way smoothly through the creek and up the other side of the bank. I have made this crossing at least three times before with no problems. Not this

I shared this story on a facebook live, but I'd like to put it in writing. I recently began the next decade in my life. The last day of the decade of which I said good-bye to, was as wonderful as one could have had. The beginning of the next decade was as a confirmation that I am on the right track.

The Habit Finder Assessment shows that I am fantastical in my thoughts. Which means, I have the ability to visualize projects, future events, role play situations, etc. That is on the good and creative side. It also means I have the ability to ruminate and go down a path that can be chaotic. My assessment also notes that I compare myself to others. Again, not always bad, when I am trying to improve something and look to others in a positive comparative. For example. One of t