Happy first Monday of 2026
! The New Year is already off to an unusual start. Before I delve into too much detail, 2025 is now in our past, which I am thankful for, as it was not the best year. Of course, the past several years have been slightly challenging and frustrating. A few of the obvious issues have been regarding job losses and the dwindling job market. Searching for a job as a means of providing for myself, putting food on the table, managing my health concerns of living with Multiple Sclerosis, paying bills, and caring for the many four-legged cats
has been a challenge. Yes, I know it may seem that bringing in cats
when no wages are being brought in is not the best plan, but we never intended to have five cats. At least one of these cats was unplanned, but if we had not taken Blitzen into our home, her chances of survival would have been very dark.
Unfortunately, living in the United States with any kind of health issues, not having health insurance, is terrifying. Many issues can arise at any given time and without warning. Recently, I have been experiencing issues in both of my eyes, which almost appear like pink eye. Considering I have experienced this issue before, I know it is not pink eye and is most likely related to Multiple Sclerosis. Of course, I have not consulted with a doctor, especially not my neurologist, but it seems to be optic neuritis. Even if I had consulted with my neurologist, I would have declined the typical treatment because I absolutely HATE steroids and believe that even though it might take longer, this will pass on its own.
On a more positive note, do you remember in my last post, I mentioned one of the feral cats I have grown close to, Camie, had been missing? Well, Camie had not been seen in at least a few weeks, and I was very concerned about her safety. I searched the rescue websites to see if she had been taken in, but I never saw her beautiful picture. I have been close to Camie and earned her trust over time, and I did not think she would go to anyone else. Finally, on Saturday morning, Camie finally returned and looked unharmed. I have no idea where she has been, but from her history, I think she might have had more kittens and been caring for them.
Another issue that occurred in 2025 was that Donald Trump was sworn back into the White House as the president for his second term. I have never tried to hide my distaste for Trump and will not start now. He was convicted of 34 felonies and still managed to get reelected to office. Donald Trump is starting the new year off with a bang by invading another country and trying to take control of Venezuela. Trump basically kidnapped the leader of Venezuela and his wife, bringing them back to the United States to stand trial. His attempt to take over another country is against what the constitution stands for, but he has never and never will care about doing anything legally. Now, considering this is Donald Trump, I doubt he knows what was written in the Constitution and only wants to continue with his desires to be a strong world leader, which logically he will never be because he is a weak man-child.
Another truly horrific issue that has plagued the United States is the disgusting dealings of Epstein and Maxwell. Epstein’s files, which would expose everyone involved in the abuse of many women. These files were ordered to be released last month, but of course, the government avoided releasing Epstein’s files illegally. Republicans are blaming the Democrats, who are not in control of the House, Congress, or Senate. It has been stated that Trump’s name is in these files several times, and it is also indicated that former President Clinton may have been involved with Epstein. Considering Donald Trump is the president and the Republicans control everything, if Trump were innocent of the allegations, why have Epstein’s files not been released? Many pictures have been seen showing Trump and Epstein being friendly with one another, and that Trump and Maxwell are close. I was hopeful the files would be released and prove what many already expect, but I am not naive enough to think we will ever know the truth of how many powerful people in the government were involved.
Regarding the problems and corruption with Epstein and Maxwell, it does not matter if the people involved with this heinous act were Republican or Democrat; justice needs to be served for the survivors. I am sure sexual abuse is a topic that enrages most people, but this is especially awful in my mind and heart. I do not understand how anyone could live with themselves for putting another human being through something that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. This is something that will haunt the survivor, and memories will erupt randomly. No perpetrator should be able to live in a free society and should face the consequences for their part in the abuse.
Moving forward into the new year, what are your hopes and dreams for 2026? I would say my hopes are simple and should become reality because all I want is to have a job. I miss having a daily schedule that comes with having a job and bringing in income. Even though I have many issues with the healthcare in the United States, I miss having health insurance. During the new year, I plan to continue my job search and hope to find a good fit for me very soon.
I do not make New Year’s Resolutions because they add too much stress and the possibility of failure. What I plan to do during this new year is to do something I have tried for many years to do, and that is to let go of everything negative that happened in the past. Let go of the animosity and negative emotions. I realized a long time ago that we cannot change anything that happened in the past, but our past has made us who we are today. Everything, positive or negative, that I went through in the past has made me stronger and more resilient, and for that, I am thankful. When I was younger, I was never the type of person who carried hate in my heart, but it has been bubbling up inside me, and I want to release hate and have only love in my heart. I will never be fond of anyone in our current government, but they do not need to affect my life because there will be a day when things change!
Thank you for visiting my site today. I know I have not been posting as much as I once did, and that is another thing that is going to change in 2026. Writing is one of the best outlets for emotions, and I should write several times a week. I hope you have a wonderful day and that 2026 treats you much better than 2025. Of course, we cannot predict the future, but we can hope for better days ahead. As always, I look forward to reading any comments you may have and will respond as quickly as possible. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love
, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes
!
Always, Alyssa
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