When the Present Starts Feeling Like the Past

Hand resting on an open old book with glowing swirling magical energy around finger ring

Hey there, Standing on the Ledge. How are you today? I haven't posted here in a few days. I've been busy over on the other blog chasing rabbits down holes, following one question into another and generally trying to keep my mind occupied. Sometimes keeping busy is productive. Sometimes keeping busy is just keeping busy. … Continue reading When the Present Starts Feeling Like the Past →

Sometimes you Have to Pick up the Sledgehammer!

Person using a sledgehammer to break kitchen cabinets during demolition

Hello there, ledge walkers.I was thinking about yesterday's post, about getting tired of asking people to do things and eventually realizing that chasing other adults has become a job all by itself.And it reminded me of a family story from many, many moons ago.My aunt did not like her kitchen.I don't remember exactly how long … Continue reading Sometimes you Have to Pick up the Sledgehammer! →

I need Help, Not another Adult to Chase!

Stressed woman at cluttered desk with urgent project papers and laptop in busy office

Hello there, ledge walkers. How are you today?I've had kind of a so-so weekend, and today I'm frustrated.Not devastated. Not falling apart. Just frustrated and, quite frankly, angry.Here's the thing. I know I'm not perfect. Far from it.I make mistakes. I procrastinate. There are things sitting on my own list that should have been done … Continue reading I need Help, Not another Adult to Chase! →

The Give-a-Crap Tank Is Empty

Woman sitting at desk late at night, looking stressed and tired while working on paperwork and laptop

Today, I Don't Give a Crap Hey there, ledge walkers. How are you all today? I hope you're having a better day than I am. I wasn't sure whether I was going to post this. Part of me thought maybe I should just keep it to myself, let the mood pass, and come back when … Continue reading The Give-a-Crap Tank Is Empty →

When “It’s Only $15” Stops Being Small

Woman at desk weighing 'Needs' and 'Wants' on a balance scale surrounded by budget notes

Day Eight of Using the Tools in Real Life Well, where are we at today, dear ledge walkers? First, there has been a little movement. I heard back from the lawyer. They have received the files they need from me for the moment, and they are reviewing everything. Hopefully, somewhere around the middle of next … Continue reading When “It’s Only $15” Stops Being Small →

The Ring That Wasn’t There

Woman sitting by a rain-speckled window, looking contemplative, with a steaming cup nearby

It has been a strange day. At some point today, without thinking about it, I found myself fiddling with a wedding ring that no longer exists. I was turning it with my thumb, feeling the texture of the metal against my finger. I could almost hear the faint clink as it moved. For a moment, … Continue reading The Ring That Wasn’t There →

Day Seven of Using the Tools: The Client Is Not Your Confidant

Five colleagues discussing workplace roles and boundaries around a table with whiteboard showing key points

Hello there, Ledgewalkers. How are you doing today? Welcome to Day Seven of using the tools. As I progress through life, I am finding that some of the most valuable things I have learned recently have come from studying communication, conflict management, and organizational behaviour. That is not to say psychology and sociology have not … Continue reading Day Seven of Using the Tools: The Client Is Not Your Confidant →

Day Six: The Practice of Trying Again

Woman calculating finances using notebook, calculator, and laptop in garden shed

Hey there, Ledgewalkers. This is Day Six of using the tools in real life. Not discussing them as abstract ideas. Not pretending they are magical solutions. Actually taking them out of the toolbox, applying them to the day in front of me, and seeing what happens. Over the last few days, I have been dealing … Continue reading Day Six: The Practice of Trying Again →

Day Five: The Budget Is Done, Even If It Isn’t Pretty

Woman working on monthly budget with calculator and paperwork at home office desk

Using the Money Triage tool when there is little room for error Hey there, Ledgewalkers. How are you doing today? This should be Day Five of using the tools. I took yesterday off from dealing with things, so this is not the fifth consecutive day. That is okay. The point of using these tools is … Continue reading Day Five: The Budget Is Done, Even If It Isn’t Pretty →