by lori | Jun 10, 2015 | Acceptance, Essays, Story, Wayfinding
I turn 45 Sunday. Last month my body began celebrating by throwing me hot flashes in lieu of a party. They’re like a personal, internal fireworks show. So I’ll be ringing in this birthday standing hot, alone, and naked outside on the deck, staring up at the stars at 3... by lori | Nov 14, 2014 | Acceptance, Caregiving, Essays, Forgiveness, Wayfinding
Shit. I’m just getting to write about all sorts of fun stuff these days. Woo frickin’ hoo, life, thanks. I’m not an expert on this subject, just somebody going through this pain right now. When to unfriend somebody you love – pre-contempt When you see that the next... by lori | Aug 11, 2014 | Caregiving, Here and now, Love, Poetry
A promise to my family… *********** Today, I will listen, not judge. Today, I will not trade in a deep ocean of love and respect for the red-hot coal of contempt. Today, I will forgive those who appear to judge me and those who appear to choose narrow...