Why I Want to Stay Married to You
My husband and I celebrated our 11th anniversary this past June. Like all marriages, we’ve had turmoil, periods of deep … Continue reading Why I Want to Stay Married to You
Invasion / Invasión
The sweetness of the guayaba has been muted by the hissing of the cobra La dulsura de la guayaba á … Continue reading Invasion / Invasión
Letter on Her 21st Birthday
The following is a letter I wrote to my daughter on her 21st birthday. In essence it was a reflection … Continue reading Letter on Her 21st Birthday
Nature Teaches Us We Belong
People come to this place to camp, in some ways to get away from the “other” life they have created. … Continue reading Nature Teaches Us We Belong
Anger
I’ve seen it rage In the red fist of an agitated heart . Flow gradually like grains of sand into … Continue reading Anger
RAVEN EYES
Cecilia comes home at midnight with dark circles around her eyes like sunken asphalt. Up since 5:30 a.m. because school … Continue reading RAVEN EYES
Adulthood Too Soon
She comes to school every day searching, hoping for a miracle in her back pack. She tries to pay attention, … Continue reading Adulthood Too Soon
La Pérdida
Me pregunto que siente la rosa Cuando se le cay un petalo? Hacia donde vaga la hoja Cuando se desprende de su rama? A quien enamora el … Continue reading La Pérdida
saguaro and lotus (or my fire friend)
saguaro and lotus (or my fire friend) book in hand pages frayed and inked energy eager to satisfy an intellect … Continue reading saguaro and lotus (or my fire friend)
Forty Things Every Woman Should Know By 40 . . . And Counting
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1. Kegel balls are indispensable. 2. Forgiveness is the greatest gift you can… Continue reading Forty Things Every Woman Should Know By 40 . . . And Counting
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