by Tom M. | May 15, 2023 | ACA And The Arts, ComLine
THE PACKAGE(A short poem about my struggle to face the ugly truth about family dysfunction.) A package appears on my desk,addressed to me.It’s from my parents.I see the label: Family Secrets. I know the rules:do not open under any circumstance.But the package calls to...
by Mary H. | Sep 1, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery
Last year on Mother’s Day I had the blessing to spend it on a visit with my adult daughter and her family. I had a perfect day. Both my sons called me, and my husband called to wish me a Happy Mother’s Day. I exchanged fun texts with friends who were also celebrating...
by Michell B.C. | Sep 1, 2022 | ACA Toolbox, ComLine
Loving Parent Tools & Techniques, pg. 146(Part and Paraphrasing) The Loving Parent GuidebookWhen we take action as our own loving parent, we deepen our commitment to reparenting ourselves and building trust within. With practice, it feels more natural to make time...
by Tom M. | Jul 15, 2022 | ACA And The Arts, ComLine
Note to my fellow travelers: A significant and meaningful part of my healing journey involves confronting my abusers through my writing. Here is one such poem. Dear Great-Great Grand-Monster:I don’t know you.I never met you.I’m glad I never met you. But I’ve read some...
by Hodaya B. | Jul 1, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery
I can’t relate to a loving parent inside me. I had to imagine an external loving parent as my father holding me in a “snuggly” , and supporting me, giving me empathy and love. I don’t even feel it is necessary for me to distinguish the negative voices, only my wounded...
