I shall not live in vain

This weekend, I heard news that a woman I have known for over 15 years was bludgeoned to death by her son. Her son, who suffers from a traumatic brain injury. Her son, who was a veteran. Her son, whom … Continue reading →

Same as I always was

I have done so much work on myself the last few months. I’ve learned to know my worth, I’ve learned to name what I want in a relationship, I’ve learned to know what I want to work on in myself. … Continue reading →

But now, I see

From down the subway platform come the almost haunting sounds of a group singing Amazing Grace a cappella. The rich, feel-it-in-your bones sound of the men, with the lighter, higher voices of women, echoing through the station. I’m particular struck … Continue reading →

Being witness

A woman I know from work passed away recently. She was central to our office, and always greeted me with a smile and a kind word. While I did not know her well, her death struck many of my colleagues … Continue reading →