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Category Archives: Reflections
Delicious night ride
This afternoon I felt irritation as I realized that, once again, I was not going to leave work on time. Minutes before “quitting time,” my boss had something important to discuss, and it could not wait. I was going to … Continue reading
The courage to turn the other cheek
One evening last week, I asked a friend to make plans to come through on a favor he had gladly offered me in exchange for a favor to him. I sent the request by text message, since I know that … Continue reading
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Tagged friendship, happiness, humankindness, inner growth, kindness, learning, love, personal growth
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Keeping connection
The past two weeks have been difficult, as I have dealt with an injured wrist that has kept me from sailing, cycling and gardening. These favorite physical activities help me keep my life in balance, so when I cannot engage … Continue reading
Here’s to dads!
Here’s to the dads who consciously and actively parent. To the ones who protect- and engage with their children, the ones who enjoy and adore their kids, the ones who practice patience, express love, and take pride in the young … Continue reading
Memorials
When my good friend, Linda, visited the Washington, DC area, she wanted to go to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. I agreed to be her chauffeur and tour guide, although I had never been to the Wall, afraid I would break … Continue reading
Receiving with grace
I have always been- and will always be a giver, but I am still learning how to receive with grace. The culture of my family of origin required that I become fiercely independent; having needs was deemed shameful, selfish, and … Continue reading
Mother’s Day message: twisted
This morning I am considering how Mother’s Day began as a day for mothers to oppose war–so, as Julia Ward Howe wrote, “Our husbands shall not come to us reeking with carnage…Our sons shall not be taken from us to … Continue reading
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Tagged caring, celebrations, Childhood Sexual Abuse, consumer awareness, family, holidays, love
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Core strength
I have a second definition for the term “core strength.” My definition refers not to the fitness of muscles that stabilize the spine and pelvis, but to a characteristic that some might call “resiliency.” I first tapped into my core … Continue reading
Attracted to power
An old friend said that she noticed I have “always been attracted to power.” This friend often provides insightful and accurate observations, so her comment gave me pause. I stopped to consider what she said, to examine myself and my … Continue reading
Crucial elements
I was lucky to have an unconventional youth, during which some periods of my life were defined largely by who I was and what interested me. These were my halcyon days, upon which I still look with pleasure. Some time … Continue reading
