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Understanding Michael Jackson

Doesn't mean I've learned how to moonwalk or that I can now sing but I'm learning the insanity of insomnia, something said to have led to MJ using various medications.

Sleep for me is a battle. Rest is a like a war.  I'm normally on the losing end of both. The lack of true rest is so unhealthy and I know this.  I've added this to the long list of "Rhonda get yo stuff right".


I can safely say that I won't be taking meds.  I'm not hallucinating.

 but

I am grumpy.  I am snappy. I look tired.  I am tired.


So, I do understand MJs struggle for rest. I'd rather moonwalk.

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