When the Darkness Inside Needs the Light
What I carry deep in my heart can be a barrier, a wall to keep us apart. How do I name the darkness inside— the fears I carry, the trauma I bury, the tears I hide that need the Light? fierce wind, whirling, swirling, outside and in remembering when; parents aging,...
Finding a Way to More Independence
Living with a disability my whole life means I’ve had plenty of time to know what I can do, what help I need, and what works for me. Yet a few months ago I wondered if there was something new I could do. Out of curiosity, determination, and somewhat necessity, I found...
8 Things I Learned While Traveling
Firsts can’t be repeated. I went to a conference for a second time. Apparently I carried high expectations with me. I didn’t know that until the week ended and I felt some unexplained disappointment. What was I expecting? Was I subconsciously comparing...