Sabbatical or Suicide

It's been six years since I got home from Europe and had to face myself. What happened after I got home? What have I been doing since? Where am I going next? A very famous and wonderful woman warrior, a childhood idol, becomes a friend.  Deliberate Thought by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative […]

In episode 15, I share my final days in Ireland with LeAnne from Amsterdam. I almost get kicked off a flight. I reflect on the deepest truth of my childhood and I hear the voice of my brother Jim as I face the greatest question of my life. Deliberate Thought by Kevin MacLeod is licensed […]

In episode 14, I visit Titanic in Cork, Ireland. I witness a street brawl in Dublin. I share a drink with the ghost of my father. Finally, I find myself, again...in an awkward sexual encounter with Sinny from Tinder. Cello Suite #1 in G - Prelude - Classical Whimsical by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under […]

Inspired by an unexpected confession in Galway (Episode 13)... I invite a few of my friends who came out later in life, to come on the show and share their stories. 1. Heather - An only child raised in an extremely Christian home. She marries a man, starts a family and joins a mom’s club, […]

Another lady, another kiss, another booze laden adventure awaits in Galway, as I inch closer to an inescapable life reckoning. MUSIC: Prelude No. 6 by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/preludes/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Investigations by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100646Artist: http://incompetech.com/

 In every lifetime, there comes many a fork in the road, sometimes we see them and sometimes we don't. One of the most pivotal conversations of my life happened on the second level of a double decker bus, crossing the gorgeous landscape of Ireland. Carefree Melody by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons […]

 To share or not to share? That was my struggle while producing this episode. When in question, I always ask myself this: "Would I want to hear this part if it were your story?" But of course! Get ready for the unexpected my friends... Push Me by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons […]

The bizarre and unexpected sprout again and again in Barcelona, from naked boobies and hair ripping shockers to skinny bunk beds, sting rays and moving displays of power from straight girls. Barcelona inspires many impromptu pulls of the microphone!  Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100805Artist: http://incompetech.com/Ice Demon by […]

 Kathleen’s little, solo mission to find an isolated beach turns into an unexpected hike up a mountain where she discovers an extremely creepy scene...She also reconnects with a friend you may remember from earlier on in her journey. Push Me by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/Ghost Story by […]

Kathleen finds herself in the mighty Eastern Alps, nearly 3000 feet above sea level as she looks back on some pivotal life choices. Bathed in the Light - Calming by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source:http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100308Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Kathleen ditches Paris, has a panic attack at the train station in Zurich, Switzerland and, thanks to another coin toss, she realizes a lifelong dream. She also meets a new friend, who brings a whole new appreciation for blind dates. Thank you Loretta, for sharing not only your experience but for sharing in my dream!  […]

The follow-up to Episode 5. Hear Andrea’s unexpected love story that sprouts on a moonlit bridge in Paris with an unlikely street, chalk artist. Discover where Kathleen decides to go next when she cuts Paris short and hops on the first train out of town… Andrea, Thank you so much for having the courage to share […]

In this episode, on the heels of a high and slightly altered state in Amsterdam, I set off to Paris where I am taken aback by my experiences there. I also talk with an International Corporate Attorney named Andrea, who too, struggled with the question of Sabbatical or Suicide, only Andrea’s choice, was suicide. Andrea […]

In this episode, I reflect on my marriage, I discuss what it’s like stepping into the new age world of online dating and I share intimate details of my time with Lianne. Amsterdam was quite a first experience to launch this sabbatical, but I was clearly in a bit of an altered state while I […]

Amsterdam, oh Amsterdam. In this episode, I arrive in Amsterdam and like a bolt of lightning, I am struck with a Read More

I had only officially booked this sabbatical a couple of weeks before I arrived in Chicago, so when I got there, I was still very much reeling from Read More

In this episode, I share a critical piece of who I am, without which, I'm not sure I would have had the courage to make this show. I also discuss the tragic awakening Read More

Welcome to Sabbatical or Suicide. After years of a silent struggle with suicidal thoughts and depression, as well as many months of production and personal reflection, I'm finally ready to launch this show. In this introduction episode of, "Sabbatical or Suicide," I break my silence and say hello to all of you (HELLO!). Here, I explain how the […]