Tag Archives: Habit
Peace
I feel most at home and at peace when people come over, and we light the fire to chill out. My friends always start an impromptu dance party with the music blasting. As long as you have a place to … Continue reading
My Sisters, Alongside Me
When my O.C.D. emerged in third grade, my two older sisters suffered alongside me. We shared a bedroom at our home near Milan. Every night, they waited as I turned the light on and off 38 times. When we drove, … Continue reading
A Sweet Habit
I was single for 20 years. So, when my new husband started embracing me each night before falling asleep, I found the habit sweet but constricting. Then I remembered how my husband’s previous partner developed multiple myeloma. How he once … Continue reading
Everyday Moments Worth a Flourish
Everyday moments worth a flourish An act of bravery Losing a first tooth Being long term friends Going into remission Second, third, fifth babies Homecoming Passing a test A new dream revealed Just because it’s Tuesday Turning 13 Turning a … Continue reading