Tag Archives: Self esteem

Home Again (unedited)

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Suzanne

I’m in that place again.  It feels so amazing.  I woke from a full 8 hrs of sleep to a beautiful summer morning.  It has been so hot lately I have felt drained, feeling trapped in my home with windows … Continue reading →

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Dear Mr. President

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Suzanne

They used to teach women not to fight back. I’m here to tell you, those days are over. Copyright Suzanne Norton 2017

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From the Rooftops

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Suzanne

Shouting ……….. I am so awesome! Do you think they heard me? Copyright Suzanne Norton 2016  

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What’s Your Sign?

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Suzanne

I’m taking off the sign I’ve been wearing that reads: Wanted Dysfunctional Relationship Copyright Suzanne Norton 2016

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Self Talk

Posted on September 17, 2015 by Suzanne

He didn’t call back No need to panic.  There are so many possible reasons. Maybe…. His mom died. His dog died. His bird died. He had an avalanche at work. His fish died. He just discovered he has a rare … Continue reading →

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Insecurity; A Frequent Visitor

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Suzanne

He responded after all. Now what story will I tell myself? Copyright Suzanne Norton 2015

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Out of Hiding

Posted on August 29, 2015 by Suzanne

I was taught to be modest, or maybe it was meek. Things like, “If you don’t have anything nice to say…..” and “turn the other cheek.” I am no longer playing by those rules. Trying to be that nice little … Continue reading →

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Patience and Diligence

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Suzanne

Let go (ideally -practice not holding on in the first place) Don’t try to figure other people out (don’t try to be a mind reader) Stop making up stories or trying to predict the future (see when the story begins … Continue reading →

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Thank You!

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Suzanne

Hi!  I just wanted to say thank you to everyone following my blog, and liking my posts!  I really appreciate it!  It fuels my fire and keeps me going.  I hope you like the new look!  With Much Love, Suzanne … Continue reading →

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Morph

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Suzanne

Glamorous mask But one night a year Face peeled away Yet she remained We became one as the photos were taken No distinction Blended spirits Morning came She lay silently next to my bed Just a shell Freedom To live … Continue reading →

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