Personal Essays & Reflections

Rubber Band

Rubber Band

I served as my family's rubber band... keeping it all together despite how far I stretched myself. There I was, a supple little loop; one end stretched to keep my Dad inside, the other around my Mom to keep her from falling apart. I strained and folded, bent and...

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I Keep Holding On

I Keep Holding On

There are times when I lose awareness of the moment, my complaintsare increasing. Flaws and criticisms take the place of my blessings, preferring those I am unhappy withto my soul. Whereas I multiplied my realizationsmore focused on what I can do.not a few times! I...

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