by Kate | Apr 19, 2023 | connectedness
again this springthere are robinstrying to build nestson the skinny beamsof our balcony roofin the heart of the citythat space is too narrowmy husband tells themflapping his arms towarn them offthey are obstinatein their optimismdetermined to remind usthat we are part...
by Kate | Apr 16, 2023 | Chronic healing, connectedness
Recently, a friend of mine showed me how to handle hurt feelings. I unintentionally did something that excluded her. Of course, she felt angry and hurt. She dealt with it with real grace. First, she called to let me know how she felt. That was very brave of her. Once...
by Kate | Apr 11, 2023 | connectedness
The kind promise I am working with this month is “I will build, nurture, and celebrate connections.” I often feel shy and awkward around people. This promise is an invitation to remind myself how I want to reach out. In earlier years, I came up with the...
by Kate | Apr 20, 2022 | connectedness
I have been working on a painting of elephants. (When it’s finished, I will post it and add a link.) Things are going well so far. The other day I thought about adding a few bright and unexpected colors. If I add them, will it ruin what’s there? I worried. As I pulled...
by Kate | Apr 13, 2022 | Chronic healing, connectedness
Last Saturday, my husband and I got together with my two brothers and their wives. It’s the first time in about two years because of pandemic separations. There is something wonderful about being in the same room, breathing the same air. Yet, I immediately started to...
by Kate | Apr 22, 2021 | Chronic healing, connectedness
In six more days, I will be fully vaccinated – two Pfizer vaccine shots +2 weeks of quarantine. While I’m excited about getting to the dentist and eye doctor, I am not going back to any in-person gatherings. We are still in the midst of pandemic and I, as “a person...
