Tag Archives: love
Remembering 3 Words
The neurological examination was over. Alan had done better than expected, remembering two of the three words (“pencil” and “watch”) and the incumbent president’s name. As the doctor wrote his prescriptions, I stood next to my very tired and stressed … Continue reading
Between the Sunflower Stalks
August in a West Virginia sunflower field, early morning but already hot. Charlie’s blue helmet bobs through brilliant yellow flowers. He smiles as I eye other infants between the sunflower stalks. I envy their round heads, symmetrical faces, bare scalps. … Continue reading
Cup of Comfort
When Jamie goes away on a business trip, he doesn’t write a love note to place on my pillow. He leaves a tea bag with my morning mug on the kitchen counter. And fresh water in the kettle. As Jamie … Continue reading
HELP
I’m going through some tough times. I’ve always been strong and independent, and I think I’ve also been a good friend. I know my old friends care about me, but I need more right now, but I don’t know how … Continue reading
Change
No one should feel pressured to make changes “Instead quiet your mind and ask yourself, “Am I happy? How can I tweak my life so I can have more happiness and more love? Does the choice I’m making (or not … Continue reading
