Author: limitlyssthoughts

Three and a half hours of road stands between my house and where I grew up. I used to feel like I had memorized every bump in the road from driving that route so many times. My driving home routine was nearly seamless- something I had perfected. 1. I can sip my coffee on the…… Continue reading Just Driving By

Mingus was the only cat in my life- past and present. Until Millie came along. Mingus was a cat who woke up and chose violence. Until Millie came along. Mingus was pretty much mute- only made single meows if he was locked in a room out of pure panic. Until Millie came along. Mingus would…… Continue reading Forever Changed

Most commonly known as the snake plant I never considered myself a “plant person.” In fact, I tend to be notorious for killing plants… or at least, the plants I’ve had which has been slim to none. Admittedly I have a few plants that will live forever despite my tendencies because they are a rare…… Continue reading Dracaena Trifasciata

Silence screams in my ears and my heart like fireworks or engines revving to start Blaring, booming, and roaring in my ears Piercing, powerful… I’m brought to tears Deafening silence, when will we part? Part of Slice of Life by Two Writing Teachers March Slice a Day Challenge! I’m slicing every day this month. Thanks…… Continue reading Loud Silence

I miss smiles from loved ones when it’s been so long. I wonder what it would be like if you were still here. I miss toothless smiles from students as they giggle and cheer. I wonder what it will be like when we’re mask optional in late March. I miss the smiles you took away…… Continue reading Missing Smiles

Cotton swabs in noses Our cruise date soon approaches Masks on our faces Seven nights to sail places Crystal blue ocean Sailing and rocking motion Sun kisses my skin Relaxation to begin Part of Slice of Life by Two Writing Teachers March Slice a Day Challenge! I’m slicing every day this month. Thanks for stopping…… Continue reading Spring Break 2022

What should I write about today? M: Peace, love, and positivity What should I write about today? B: Great question, why are you asking me? What should I write about today? A: People and rainbows. What should I write about today? L: Getting on the ship! What should I write about today? E: Taking a…… Continue reading Things to Write About

Dear Ms. Blanc, Have I told you lately that I appreciate you? Yesterday had an anxious start, but ending the day with you provoked a welcomed sense of calm. Regardless of how you present yourself, box or bottle, I know you will never disappoint. Your elegance is charming with every crisp sip. I admire how…… Continue reading A Wining Letter

I open my eyes to the sunlight peeking into my bedroom. Silky sheets covered in perhaps 1,000 sleepy sloths attached to tree branches hug my body as I slowly open my eyes to the greeting of a familiar time. 6:24 am… really? For my first graders, today is Cozy Clothes Day. For me, today is…… Continue reading Testing Day

Obsessive thoughts that take over my mind Unwelcome waves of anxiety Tense shoulders Optimism is a thing… right? Forgetting to breathe Mourning the loss of what hasn’t yet come Yearning for answers not in my control Hesitating to make decisions Active imagination Neglecting other priorities Doubting myself and others Suffocating with worry Part of Slice of…… Continue reading Out of my Hands