In the colorful tapestry of our lives, there are days that bear the weight of superstitions, days that evoke a sense of foreboding, and for me, one such day is Friday the 13th. It’s a date that carries with it a legacy of fears and superstitions for many, […]
What would you do if you lost all your possessions? Viola Davis once said, “The only picture I have of my childhood is the picture of me in kindergarten.” This quote resonates with me on a profound level because, like Viola, I know what it’s like to lose […]
Life has a peculiar way of intertwining our most ordinary possessions with the profound moments that shape our existence. For me, that connection is embodied in a simple red Chinese noodle bowl – a vessel of both nostalgia and grief. It’s a symbol of life’s fragility, a stark […]
As I sit down to write this, I can’t help but feel a sense of surprise that October is upon us once again. It’s a month that arrives with the rustle of fallen leaves and the crisp embrace of autumn’s chill, carrying with it the promise of change […]
If you had to give up one word that you use regularly, what would it be? When thinking of what word I would give up, I immediately thought of the word “dude.” I hate that I use that word. It just randomly comes out in conversations, and it […]
I love my son. That’s undeniable. I also find him funny and cool. And, his empathy IQ is through the roof. With all that said, he is still a teenage 15 year year old boy. Lots of grunts, eye rolls, and snarky comments are in the air as […]
What brings a tear of joy to your eye? A hummingbird A wagging dog A boy on his first day of school A pat on the shoulder A butterfly trying out its wings A word of kindness on a cold day A hug from a long-lost friend A […]
You left me. You left us. You left the world. Everything is upside down. It’s all a blur. Can’t remember who bought that mug. It’s an ugly mug. But it was with us for 20 years. Bah humbug! The bugs are biting. I spray the coldness. The burn […]
Tell us about the last thing you got excited about. This has been an extremely trying year. And, after each challenge, I felt “excited” about either moving on or making it through to the other side. You don’t go through a year of a spouse’s death, cancer diagnosis […]
I am currently in a foreign country, having a glass of wine watching my son across the table. The waiter asked him whether he wanted a glass of wine as well. I chuckled and noted that he had just turned 15. The waiter shrugged and asked again. My […]
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