Dearest daughter. I want to tell you everything. Everything that came before you. Everything that came to be you, from my side at least. I want you to know more … Continue reading Everything.
Tag: connections
Shalom Aleichem.
Today, in the middle of the checkout line at Marshall’s, of all places, my daughter asked me how to say “I love you” in Hebrew. She’s currently in kindergarten at … Continue reading Shalom Aleichem.
The sweater.
Once upon a time, long ago, my mother and I bought a few sweaters at Walmart. Nothing fancy (obviously), just some stretchy cable knits. We each got a black one … Continue reading The sweater.
I’ll be here.
There’s a certain idea about arguments, and taking breaks from people. I even read a version of it in a meme just this morning. Let’s see if I can do … Continue reading I’ll be here.
Heartsong.
I will always think of my daughter when I hear any Queen song. She’s been a fan since she was literally in utero kicking along to their beat. And I … Continue reading Heartsong.
Orphan vibes.
“Do I give off orphan vibes?” I asked my therapist today. They weren’t really the right words to try to explain my quandary, but it got me close enough to … Continue reading Orphan vibes.
Positive spin.
I’m teaching a painting class at our local Jewish community high school program this fall, as I often do. It’s fun and encourages me to both be creative and stay … Continue reading Positive spin.
On changing the world.
Becoming an educator in order to change the world is a grand idea, but it’s a little impractical. In this pursuit, it is actually more effective to spark changes by … Continue reading On changing the world.
Keystone Colors.
I’ve got a theory, about colors. Now, Color Theory is absolutely a thing. It’s a legitimate study of colors and how they relate to each other, and how certain factors … Continue reading Keystone Colors.
Swift.
I almost got scammed out of a thousand dollars today. Somehow, in spite of everything, I spend most days with an abundance of hope that people in this world are … Continue reading Swift.
Journeys in the Dark 