Honest Questions

When I’m away from home and someone unexpectedly stops to ask me an honest question, the burden lifts. The tears fall, my heart swells with pride, and I sense a deep gratitude that in that moment, I’m not the only one acknowledging her story, her existence, and her profound impact on my life.  I’m able to share a piece of my broken heart, and my step literally lightens.  In that grace filled moment, I feel (dare I say) normal. 

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Raw

Sometimes, the pain is so raw.  It’s surprising.  It’s shocking. It appears out of thin air and stops you motionless.  It could have been a “good day”...an easier day. Nothing obvious. Nothing at the forefront. You are just living. Trying to be present to the now.  Then something triggers it...

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