I'm about to go full Beautiful Mind on you. Don't worry, the bulletin board next to me is completely blank--no connecting of strings and newspaper clippings to explain the theory in my brain. I don't have time for that. I have like 14 minutes before I need to get ready for semi-public viewing (my kids' … Continue reading Room Enough to Receive It
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You Have Learned Way Too Soon
The parenting tool bag includes a lot of other bags. But is there enough room for all a parent will carry if they cannot save their child from violence?
How Do We Sleep? Part One
No ear may hear their coming, but when you sleep like me, these little thoughts come piling in, and ask for dignity
These Are Some Good Times
Taking one day at a time begins with one breath at a time. Take a deep breath before reading about this day in the life of Elissa.
Lights Are Changing Red to Green
The second half of autumn. A time of year I had learned to guard against in my adolescence if I wanted to arrive at the holidays with any peace, gratitude, or love in my heart. Fifteen years ago tonight, I would also become grateful to arrive at the holidays alive, with only bruises remaining from … Continue reading Lights Are Changing Red to Green
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