Anatomy of Change

I want to share the truth about my journey. It’s still hard at times, and I’m not where I thought or hoped I would be by now. Some days, I feel close, and other days it still feels far, far away. Sometimes, I’m sad and miss my mom, or I just feel too low, and it feels...

Snowfall

I’m happy to feel joyful again, watching the snow fall. I missed that, as my practical self fussed more, lately, about snow removal and icy conditions than the natural beauty of a snowfall and a sense of invitation for a warm, safe cocoon. As I felt joy again for the...

The Reality of Hurt and Grief

I thought I might be following up yesterday’s post with some personal thoughts regarding the global events of the last couple weeks.  Today, though, is not the day for that.  Those thoughts will continue to simmer for me, at the back of the stove.  Instead, I want to...

How Much?

How Much? Most times, there is no absolutely correct answer.  Especially in the moment.  And, sometimes we are too close, too involved to have a healthy perspective.  That isn’t right or wrong; it’s just reality. Example: Grief.  I believe that in our society, we...