“Trigger.” That’s a word we hear a lot these days. Triggers bring on a wave of emotions, feelings, and maybe even memories unbidden and typically untimely. Inconveniently, most of the time when something strikes an old wound, a place that causes a reflexive response, it’s in a place and circumstance where it can’t be addressed. … Continue reading Triggers – Saving for a Safe Time
“Mom!” I didn’t answer immediately as the kids had all just got tucked in and I was trying to catch the opening dialogue of the newest episode of Alias. “Mom, come here please…” Alison called out. “Coming!” I replied, heading in during a commercial. Bedtime was easy in our home, everyone knew the routine and … Continue reading Grappling with Guilt
I've been writing every morning, yet it's felt a bit all over the place so haven't posted it. This morning once I got grounded and tuned in asking, "What am I to express today?" I was reminded of what came up yesterday and spoke so powerfully to me. It was something I wanted to refine … Continue reading The Power of Presence
Sometimes a break from what I love helps bring back the passion. I love my work. I love where I live. I love writing. I’ve never lost sight of those loves, nor taken them for granted. Having said that, it was only after taking a break from each of them that I’ve come back with … Continue reading Space from what I Love
I’m back. Seems to be the way life works. I came in hot, ready for this new morning practice of writing for 30 minutes every week day morning. I was so committed I started on Friday morning instead of waiting for the new week. A few short hours later I had a same day red … Continue reading Time for Flight
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