Category Archives: dreams

“The Girl Who Smiles”

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Shannon Joy

Three times yesterday. Three different conversations. Three separate people. “How can you always be in such a good mood? Even with your car accident and now the job thing, it seems like you just have no worries.” “I’m not sure … Continue reading →

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Piano Dreams

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Shannon Joy

I touch the faded ivory keys, the melody coming alive hesitantly. My fingers are still so slow on the keys, but soon I will be more comfortable. A baby grand piano! In my living room! EEEK! I have wanted a … Continue reading →

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The Little Big Year

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Shannon Joy

Oh the memories. This was my first home after I left the shelter. 900 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 very tiny bathroom. The washer was in the kitchen and the dryer was in a closet in another room. … Continue reading →

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Wandering Heart

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Shannon Joy

I lean out a little further, uncertain of my own eyes. I can see his face now. That handsome, chiseled face with the dancing, warm eyes. I would know it anywhere. His sandy brown hair is a bit longer now, soft waves blowing in the breeze, … Continue reading →

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Hiking barefoot. A moment in time.

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Shannon Joy

The rich, dark earth slowly filters through my fingers as the sun shines warm on my back. This is the place. I look up slowly. Mystery tempts in the shade ahead, trees towering to the heavens, ferns and moss painting the scene … Continue reading →

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The Hunt…

Posted on June 21, 2017 by Shannon Joy

“Where are they?” I muttered. I looked over to see if he had heard me as I dug frantically through my purse again. Still no luck. I walked back over to his car and looked in the seat I had just … Continue reading →

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Waiting…

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Shannon Joy

Waiting. Waiting. Waiting. I sit in this office waiting once again. Over the last few weeks, I have thought about this visit constantly. I hope for good news, but I am prepared if there is none. And I am going … Continue reading →

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The Other Woman – Part 2

Posted on May 31, 2017 by Shannon Joy

This is a continuation of yesterday’s post. One of the first things I HAD to learn on this journey is that it is okay to not be okay. I am not the only person who doesn’t have it all together. … Continue reading →

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May 23 – Vulnerable

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Shannon Joy

Oh, the beautiful words penned by Brené Brown. She is my favorite. Today, anyway. I have lots of favorites. But I find myself reeling with the raw, unfiltered content of her writing. Always. She was my inspiration to write this … Continue reading →

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May 17 – Precipice

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Shannon Joy

Adrenaline pumps through my body. My heart is racing and my hands are shaking as my toes touch the edge of the cliff. The wind whips through my long auburn hair, making me feel gloriously wild.. The sun heats my bare skin. Every … Continue reading →

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