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A Child’s Awareness of the Secrets of Death
Daddy was sad and quiet. Mommy cleared her throat and dabbed her eyes with a…
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A Sunset Meditation for Challenging Times
I hurry uphill, out of breath. Instead of sitting quietly at my altar inside, I…
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Marion Woodman and the Path of Pleasure
I tell my mother I want to go to a Marion Woodman conference--except my dream…
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Longing for Touch
“Hold me. I’m worried about you.” “Hug me. I’m scared.” “Put your arms around me…
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Winter Gifts
Blue Jays, Cardinals, and Juncos are my constant January companions, but Blue Jays bullies are…
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The Mystical Magic of a Waterfall
My son David arrived from his home in North Carolina a few days before Christmas.…
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Winter Dreams of Love and Loss
I dream I’m searching for healthy food in a large cafeteria, but can’t find nutritious…
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Like a Cowgirl: A Child’s Holiday Hope
I know what I want for Christmas. I want to be a cowgirl just like…
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Six Generations of Resilient Women
Who were these stern faced women dressed in black? Did they find joy in marriage…
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The Sky Above, the Earth Below
On clear nights, Venus sparkles in the indigo sky. She’s been a bright evening star…