Tag: burdens
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The Rubies And Rocks Of Emotions
I’ve always been that person who lives out of the emphatic expression of my emotions. Growing up, Mom would tell me I wore my feelings on my sleeves. When I was little, I’d look for them there and was confused by their nonexistence. I’ve been referred to as a drama queen, an actress with too…
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Bearing Beastly Burdens Isn’t Bravery
Confusion and uncertainty are exhausting. Fear causes a physical response that saps energy like a faucet turned on and left running. Until there’s nothing left. I’m not talking about me. Our two new four-legged houseguests are struggling to figure out what’s going on. Aspen is a two-year-old Lab with a lot of spunk and playfulness.…
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When The Duck Hits The Water
When given the gift of space and place, gratitude is the right response. John and I’ve been given the gift of just that. My sister has a place in Santa Rosa, California that she graciously has allowed us to visit for a time. Alone. No Internet. No expectations. Just a place to breathe. To be. I…
Tip of My Iceberg 