This post was written for publication in February of 2021. However, it had to be help until our lawsuit was settled. The number of journal entries I have opened with the words “healing is hard” are countless. Today is another one of those. This week I learned I am to receive a “Lifetime Achievement Award” for community work. At the […]
Month: February 2021
Battery Life
My phone battery is low. I plug it in. It recharges. As soon as I start to use it again the battery indicator light starts to drop like a rock. It reaches a point where it’s just best to keep it plugged in all the time because it just can’t hold a charge. Pretty soon, it’s clear that a new […]
Covid Winter
Winter is here. Snow is falling; temperatures now dip below freezing, icy winds sweeping down from the Great Lakes region. Our kitty seeks out the toastiest napping locations, laps always preferred. Warm layers for me, the Cuddle Duds are washed and fluffed, ready for cold mornings. A scarf and zip up sweatshirt ive by my writing desk these days so […]
The Many Facets of Us
How many sides are there to each of us? As I have turned time and attention to creative writing this past year, I have been asking myself this question. We are all such unique and complex creatures. What makes us who we are? What helps each of us to feel whole? Just last night I gathered with a group of […]
