Some loved ones are gone because they’re in a better place now. Others are gone because I am.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: stressful moments
It’s Alright. It’s O.K.
Sure, there were times that I was wrong. It wasn’t every time, though.
Judged, But Still Standing
Even if I convince them of the truth today, they’ll just believe another lie tomorrow.
You Can’t Change Anyone But Yourself
I may have enlightenment, but that’s a very different thing than having control.
New Me, Old Me, Both Me
OK. Great. Now I have to fight this guy and the ice cream is going to melt.
Inner Peace, Outer Turmoil
Zen’s great. But sometimes it’s OK to be like, “What the…?!”
I Didn’t Think I’d Live This Long
In my head, I was forever 21 and reaching middle age just didn’t seem to fit with my persona.
Cleaning Up His Messes
The box is tossed in front of the front door, the bag is almost completely empty, and, mixed between the pieces, are squashed particles of cereal dust.
Angry, Not Angry
I didn’t get mad at him for an impulse that he obviously couldn’t control in that moment. I wanted to. A voice in my head said, “Yo. Freak out.”
Click, Click, Boom
If you can’t be at peace, at least be a story.
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