Clear & Present Danger

Okay, Not That Dramatic

Do you ever have those days where you’re just on autopilot, drifting through the motions like a zombie on a coffee break? That was me the other day. I went to the bathroom to take my medication, caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror, and realized my hair looked like I’d lost a fight with a wind turbine. So, I did the logical thing—brushed my hair, took a sip of water, and left the bathroom. Problem solved, right? Except as I walked into the living room, it hit me: Did I actually take my medication, or did I just style my hair and hydrate like a very confused beauty influencer?

Double Dose

I stood there, weighing my options. On one hand, I didn’t want to risk taking a double dose and transforming into some kind of overmedicated superhero—”Captain Overdose: Able to Nap Uncontrollably in a Single Bound!” On the other hand, I couldn’t help but think how often I coast through life on mental cruise control. You know, like when you’re driving, then suddenly snap back to reality and realize you’ve been behind the wheel for 20 minutes without remembering a thing. Or when I’m walking with my trusty walker, get lost in thought, and nearly strut off without it—like I’m auditioning for a role in “Walkerless and Clueless.”

Time to Check In

In my ideal world, I’d wake up every day bright-eyed, bushy-tailed, and ready to take on a to-do list that would make even the most ambitious motivational speaker blush. Maybe I’d perform random acts of kindness, spread joy, and generally make the world a better place. But in reality, I spend most days getting distracted by anything shiny—squirrel!

Best Intentions

They say the road to hell is paved with good intentions. If that’s true, I’m cruising down that road in a bedazzled convertible, waving at everyone like I’m in a parade. How can I find my authentic self if I don’t even have a map?

Life doesn’t come with a roadmap, but I don’t want to reach the end of mine wondering if I ever really drove the car. I want to look back and say, “Wow, what a ride!”—not, “Did I even put it in gear?”