Author Archives: msw blog
Sometimes God Has a Kid’s Face
On the street I saw a girl cold and shriving in a thin dress, with little hope of a decent meal. I became angry and said to God: ‘Why did you permit this? Why don’t you do something about it?’ … Continue reading
changing for a partner
When is it okay to ask a partner to change a behavior to make you happy, and when does it cross a line? My partner and I are discussing this honestly and caringly because we have some differences in how … Continue reading
Parenting
Nothing requires an adult child to have a relationship with a parent beyond their own desire for that relationship. While prior generations of parents could rely on cultural prescriptions around duty, obligation and loyalty to ensure contact, today’s youth are … Continue reading
Dare to Hope
Hope sits so close to courage some days. I’ve lived through seasons where the light at the end of the tunnel wasn’t just gone, it was unimaginable. At certain times, I didn’t feel hope. I moved through silence, danger, and … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 
Expressing Gratitude
I recently received a message that reminded me how meaningful it is to express appreciation. I let myself sit with how nice it is to be able to express appreciation. It is so nice to be able to say, “Thank … Continue reading →