When we remember_______May 27, 2012
My father showed me the letter he wrote to his commanding officer asking to be deployed to the Gulf War. He did not get to go. Every time I saw my dad, it was a parade of remembering. His ability to spend a lot of time with anyone was limited. It did not matter how … Continue reading
A mighty wind______April 20, 2012
There is a conversation on TED.com that I have started with many questions surrounding suicide and the taking of ones own life. You are welcome to participate. The conversation thus far has been rich and people’s deep well of empathy comes out. How do you move beyond why, when someone takes their own life? What … Continue reading
I love you
This is in response to those hundreds that have read an ‘Open Letter to those that choose that moment’. There is a part of me that is slightly shocked at how many……daily read this open letter and secretly very happy. After my father decided June 22nd, 1995 to end his pain in this world and … Continue reading
Open Letter to those that chose that moment,
Dear heart-breakers, It’s Valentine’s Day. This is to all those that have spent time in my head, my heart and I have had the honor of being in your presence. Your absence is noted. Your decision to leave this place in the manner you did has left and indelible ache. Every time another one hits that … Continue reading
Haymaker __________Jan 14, 2012
Who knows what that is? This week has tried. Over and over. Just had the last one land square on the chin. Just bought the 1st bathing suit since I was pregnant with Gladys (she’s 5). Since I weigh more than when I was nine months pregnant with her, it was a humbling experience to … Continue reading
92 _____________Jan 13, 2012
There is some catching up to do for me. I can tell a story in person….walk the room, people laugh, be myself–in public. The writing a story, whole other ball of wax. So, I start by inviting you to take this ride with me. The story starts about four months ago, though I will start … Continue reading
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