“Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.” That’s one of the things I remember Mama saying more than once. I can still see her one of the times, standing in front of the kitchen sink, saying it to me. … Continue reading
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Years ago (months or years into my first round of talk therapy) my therapist gave me an article titled, “The Power To Change The Past.” It was about the healing power of forgiveness. He then gave me a series of … Continue reading
Heartbreak is my constant companion. Dreams that didn’t and won’t ever come true walk beside me every day like ghosts. Sometimes they walk quietly, matching my every step, brushing against me softly to make sure I know they’re still there. … Continue reading
I have a very simple, very yummy sugar cookie recipe. I’ve made it lots of times. Here’s what happened when I tried to make it tonight – while also making a casserole, heating up previous casserole for Evan who couldn’t … Continue reading
My mother was 17 years old when she graduated as Valedictorian of the Rhome High School class of 1943. While she delivered her Valedictory to classmates and guests at the graduation, the man she would later meet and marry, my … Continue reading
“There is no person you can be sure will never let you down.” A counselor told me this many years ago. I didn’t necessarily disbelieve it then – but I also didn’t completely grasp how completely true it really … Continue reading
How uncommon is unconditional love and acceptance? For how many people walking this earth right now, do you hold this type of love and complete acceptance? How many people do you know who have this for you? Are you sure? … Continue reading
by Donna Hunter I wrote these four “I Am” poems in September 2009 while I was a student at Tarrant County College. A Mother I am their mother.I wonder if I did the best I could have.I hear them tell … Continue reading
How to make someone who is trying to overcome depression feel worse and set them back a few steps in their struggle: Tell them they are doing it wrong – You shouldn’t take medicine. Just choose happiness! Look at the … Continue reading
Freudian slip: an unintentional error regarded as revealing subconscious feelings. Ever have a Freudian slip when introducing yourself? I did just recently. As I was being introduced to one of my brother’s fans after his performance, I said to her, … Continue reading
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