February 2015 – Kristen Farrell

Lesson # 15: Listen to your body

The human body is a curious specimen. Until recently, I rarely saw my body other than my physical nature: my hair; my arm; my leg; my toe. Yet, the human body is something much more than limbs and extremities. It is our best friend; our significant other; the being that knows us best. Lesson # […]

Lesson #14: Make your life happier to overcome unhappiness

It’s the most miserable time of year. The holidays are long over. It’s snowing every other day. Several areas are encountering record-breaking conditions, whether it’s below-zero temperatures or snow accumulations. The weather is enough of a reason to make someone feel depressed. Yet, the weather is the least of our

Lesson #13: You will find your Romeo

For my first ever Throwback Thursday post, I want to share a story that I wrote in 2011; a story that I never published. It’s a story that most college graduates can relate to in some way, shape or form, especially individuals who graduated during a time of a rocky job market. Also, it’s a […]

The Omen of Spring’s Eve

The dead of winter is upon us, The bare trees and bare roads. The asphalt hidden by farms of snow, The sky aged like charred goads. Six weeks of this winter behind us, Six somber weeks to go. Six degree temperatures above or, Six cold degrees below. Mother, why do you inhibit us? Make life […]