Name

There is power in a name. When I think of naming my brain goes first to Meg from A Wrinkle in Time Series by Madeleine L'Engle. In the second book Wind in the Door Meg, the main character, learns the power of naming people. She must save her loved ones from the Being that is …

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Grieve

I have grieved the loss of loved ones and dear friends. I have grieved along with friends at their loss of loved ones. I have had the privilege to enter into other’s grief and have felt the deep ache of others’ pain. I have wanted to relieve it, though I know that is not my …

Exhale

(originally: posted as Breathe 10/25/18- revised) If you are around me when you are stressed or frustrated, you will hear me say, "breathe." I used to think the important part was the inhale, since that is where you get the fresh air. The good air goes in. You can tell when someone is not really …

Filled

It is tempting to speak in busy language and I don’t have time language. Sometimes I give into this addictive view. I run around not seeing the people I am passing by as I am running off to the next appointment or event. Checking off the to do or even just wasting time as I …

Rescue

I am joining Lori Harris https://www.facebook.com/Lori-Harris-513039528735475/ and some other writers through February for #februaryfreewrite. As much as I love freedom, writing prompts are definitely helpful for me in this new venture. Each day a different word is given to write on. So here goes. I want to rescue you I want to rescue you from …