Today was a surprise. It was the kind of surprise that comes from that wishful place in one's soul. That place where some of those unspoken prayers lie - those prayers one fears if spoken out loud, and then might not come to fruition as one hoped- would prove to be unbearable. We went to … Continue reading A Generous Portion
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Day 20
Today is Day 20. For twenty days now, we have been "grounded" in our flat, following Bella's surgery. And I must tell you - it absolutely FEELS like 20 days. Time has not flown by in this regard. Yes, I have had some great times out of the flat, but I must be honest and … Continue reading Day 20
Let Your Beautiful Mess Become Your Message
Bella had her first post-op appointment today. While in the waiting room, I found myself, like the fellow drones around me, reading a back issue of People magazine. I read a story about a celebrity who is in remission from cancer. Soon after her diagnosis, her mom passed away. One of her last conversations with … Continue reading Let Your Beautiful Mess Become Your Message