The New Normal

I burned sage and frankincense last night, for an hour each. A pestering corpse-like energy lingered in my bedroom. Do you think lemongrass or peppermint would help liven-up my space and get rid of the stinking energy?

I need to get clothes stitched for Eid. My mother’s visiting. Kids are looking forward to a joint celebration with family and friends. I may host a gathering and still, I haven’t thought of the menu yet!

Must order wet food for my cats and those that have called the neighborhood streets their home. With rising temperatures, I worried about their survival. Not so much now.

Perhaps this is another of their victories? I mean, if the human species could ‘survive’ this, is there anything else that matters?!

A new writing workshop starts soon. I must redeem my pending ayurved sessions. I wish the client would answer her call; hope that email drives some momentum. They say the summer sales are around the corner; I’m only trying to be frugal. Must post stories on Rafah. I am doing something. My voice matters. Is there anything/any living creature left to save?! Head to the gym; those PMS signs won’t get fixed on their own! Remember your multivitamins. Don’t forget those Rafah stories; what happened to the hostages?! Could I convince my husband to squeeze in a quick trip to Bali this summer? Dammit, he’s got sore muscles again! Now where did I keep the magnesium spray?! I’m excited about meeting my close friend tomorrow. Haven’t seen her in a long time. Oooooh! Her birthday’s approaching too! RAFAH! That lemongrass essential oil should help.

So, how does your ‘normal’ look like these days?

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