Tag Archives: friendship

Enough

Posted on March 16, 2024 by msw blog

I have a person I would consider my best friend, almost a sister. However, I’m noticing over the last few years that I am the person she complains to — understandable, she has a terrible husband and job — which … Continue reading →

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Friends

Posted on March 12, 2024 by msw blog

I’m so fortunate to have two very dear friends, though they are not friends with each other. Lately, both have had a lot of discord but inevitably stay in the status quo while making increasingly questionable choices. I have hit … Continue reading →

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A Narrative

Posted on March 6, 2024 by msw blog

I asked Weaver how she herself communicates when words won’t do; is it something she transmits through her work? Yes, I do think that’s a response I have to many situations in the world – that perhaps stories can illuminate … Continue reading →

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Baited and Switched

Posted on March 2, 2024 by msw blog

I’ve been planning a vacation with a few friends for several months. The group is a mixture of singles and marrieds, and two of the couples have one small child each. In planning this trip, the parents all said upfront … Continue reading →

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A Sign at Sea

Posted on January 28, 2024 by msw blog

I carry my husband’s ashes with me wherever I travel. Rene was my true love and partner. After his death, fellow nurses convinced me to attend NurseCon where 3,000 nurses take a cruise for enjoyment and education. The last night … Continue reading →

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