Hi friends from the inter webs, I am writing to you in my lavender tank top and gray cotton shorts. Summer is in full swing. The sun is shining. In this season’s vibrancy, my mood does not match the weather. For anyone who suffers from depression and anxiety, I hope you could try to accept… Read More »
On my walk today, I met a woman from Hamburg, Germany. Her name is Elina. She is passing through my city towards Niagara Falls. She wanted a photo of her against the backdrop of the blue sky meeting the water. For what is known only to God, I chatted with her after taking her photos… Read More »
On the first Wednesday of June, 2022, the summer rain poured, attempting to comfort the inconsolable pit in my stomach. Goodbye declared, choice made. I took back the largest permanent room in my world. The sudden emptiness feels intoxicating and excruciating. Emotional labor is replaced with light and possibility. Who am I without this person?… Read More »
Hi friends, How was your first June weekend? What did you smell and taste? On Saturday, I went to the local botanical garden with my friend and her family. She has two children, a 5-year old boy, and a 4-year old girl. We played all day. What I noticed is how much we are naturally… Read More »
Hi friends, Have you drank enough water today? I am on my way to my 2nd jug of the day. I recently got a 64oz water bottle to help me stay hydrated. I am not the best at drinking enough water and I am trying. We are halfway through the year. I am teething out… Read More »
Hi friends, I tried to write a long essay about what must I do. I discarded the essay. Here are the essence of what I wanted to share with you. Be well. Xiaoyu What must I do? I must sleep. I must eat. I must drink water. I must have a sense of safety. I… Read More »
Hi friends, It’s me again, your curious and messy human friend. In my pursuit to share more useful and helpful tools to better your life, I present you a daily meditation/declaration/intention/affirmation – whatever noun makes you read these words out loud. The science literature is still trying to figure out the benefits of story telling.… Read More »
