Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

My name is Austin Cox and I’ve lived a life of fear, self-loathing, withdrawal, and seclusion. 2021 specifically has taken the world I’ve imagined for myself and shattered into the broken pieces my life currently finds itself in, but my spirit refuses to crumble. With this series, I’m planning on making fun of myself and learning to love all the weird idiosyncrasies that make me the loveable little Crabby Boi that I am. I refuse to let the darkness of my depression and anxiety erase the bright light that is my heart, or dull the diamond-like gem that is my mind. I invite everyone willing to get to know me through these stories to laugh and cry with me along the way and maybe get to know yourself a little bit along the way as well! Each one of these little lists will be accompanied by opinions, memories, and a spoken version episode of my podcast My Mired Musings. If at the end of the day this is for my own amusement and to keep my mind busy, so be it, but I hope you’ll find a part of yourself within these stories as well. As I always say, in a cold and dark world, we are each other’s warmth and light. For the first time in my life, I plan to be that light for myself first and give myself the love I give to others as “we” starts with me.

This entry in the Self-Discovery Series takes a look at my five younger siblings

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

My name is Austin Cox and I’ve lived a life of fear, self-loathing, withdrawal, and seclusion. 2021 specifically has taken the world I’ve imagined for myself and shattered into the broken pieces my life currently finds itself in, but my spirit refuses to crumble. With this series, I’m planning on making fun of myself and learning to love all the weird idiosyncrasies that make me the loveable little Crabby Boi that I am. I refuse to let the darkness of my depression and anxiety erase the bright light that is my heart, or dull the diamond-like gem that is my mind. I invite everyone willing to get to know me through these stories to laugh and cry with me along the way and maybe get to know yourself a little bit along the way as well! Each one of these little lists will be accompanied by opinions, memories, and a spoken version episode of my podcast My Mired Musings. If at the end of the day this is for my own amusement and to keep my mind busy, so be it, but I hope you’ll find a part of yourself within these stories as well. As I always say, in a cold and dark world, we are each other’s warmth and light. For the first time in my life, I plan to be that light for myself first and give myself the love I give to others as “we” starts with me.

This entry in the Self-Discovery Series takes a look at my favorite dnd classes

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

My name is Austin Cox and I’ve lived a life of fear, self-loathing, withdrawal, and seclusion. 2021 specifically has taken the world I’ve imagined for myself and shattered into the broken pieces my life currently finds itself in, but my spirit refuses to crumble. With this series, I’m planning on making fun of myself and learning to love all the weird idiosyncrasies that make me the loveable little Crabby Boi that I am. I refuse to let the darkness of my depression and anxiety erase the bright light that is my heart, or dull the diamond-like gem that is my mind. I invite everyone willing to get to know me through these stories to laugh and cry with me along the way and maybe get to know yourself a little bit along the way as well! Each one of these little lists will be accompanied by opinions, memories, and a spoken version episode of my podcast My Mired Musings. If at the end of the day this is for my own amusement and to keep my mind busy, so be it, but I hope you’ll find a part of yourself within these stories as well. As I always say, in a cold and dark world, we are each other’s warmth and light. For the first time in my life, I plan to be that light for myself first and give myself the love I give to others as “we” starts with me.

This entry in the Self-Discovery Series takes a look at my favorite personal qualities

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

This Musing is another poem written to express my feelings for the same ex I can't seem to get over. I don't want to let go, despite knowing that I should. Here's to healing and recovery.

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

This Musing is simply a little message to an ex-lover I refuse to stop fighting for, whom I hope will come back to me someday.

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

This Musing is an entry for Vocal's Bedtime Stories challenge!

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

On this episode of My Mired Musings, I read my entry for Vocal's Social Shock challenge. This episode may be triggering for anyone who has experienced sexual abuse and should be listened to with care. Below are some emergency hotlines and resources if you feel you need them. You are loved and important and belong here.

https://victimconnect.org/resources/national-hotlines/

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Hotline: 1 (800) 799 – 7233

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and online chat.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline) is available for anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.

Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) – National Sexual Assault Hotline

Hotline: 1 (800) 656-4673

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and online chat.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender National Hotline

Hotline: 1 (888) 843 – 4564

Youth Talkline: 1 (800) 246 – 7743

Senior Helpline: 1 (888) 234 – 7243

Email: [email protected]

Hours vary, available via phone and online chat.

The LGBT National Help Center serves gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning people by providing free and confidential peer support and local resources.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

This Musing is an entry for Vocal's Doomsday Diary contest! 

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

This Musing is a short poem called "Beautiful Truths" inspired by my journey of healing and still loving someone through a world-altering breakup.

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"

Welcome to My Mired Musings! MMM, where nothing is quite as tasty as a good story! My name is Austin Cox and Here you’ll find everything from love poems to lengthy introspective pieces. Writing is my escape and my greatest passion and I invite everyone to tread these muddy waters with me. Maybe we’ll teach each other something along the way!

This Musing is a short poem called "The Rainbow of Rhyonis" inspired by my fantasy realm known as Rhyonis!

You can check out my website rhyonisrr.com for more on my fantasy podcast Rhyonis; a Realm, a Rift, or email me at [email protected] with any comments about this musing or any others! I look forward to hearing from you and as always, "There's nothing quite as tasty as a good story!"