Running Down a DreamA Self-Improvement Story Featuring Tobito & the Refried Avenger
Song of the Day: “Running Down a Dream” – Tom Petty This week, everything hit at once. My insomnia returned like a bat out of hell. I couldn’t find my car title. The plumbing gave me anxiety hives. My roof, siding, windows, and gutters all looked like they had a group meeting and decided to fall apart at the same time. And somewhere in between re-injuring my back and stubbing my toe (again), I lost momentum. I gained weight. And worst of all—I let depression drag me back into its fog. Even on the days I dragged myself to the gym, it felt hollow—like I was moving through sludge, not progress. But this morning, something strange happened. I woke up to find Tobito the Tomato standing squarely on my chest, arms raised like pom-poms, singing “Running Down a Dream.” The Refried Avenger stood nearby in a heroic pose, spatula in hand, his bean burrito utility belt slung across his chest like he was ready for war—or at least an inspirational breakfast. I groaned. “What now?...