For Erica

Sobbing and using a lot of language. Oh, Erica! This was so sudden and unexpected. May your memory be for a blessing. Aleha hasholom! For my pagan sister: Summerland Lay down your head and dreaming,Take your rest.Your work is done; be willing to release.The journey's through; the battle's won,And so, make way for peace. Lay... Continue Reading →

One year

  Tonight at 9:02, it will be a year since mom passed. I miss her every day. In some ways so much has changed. In other ways, nothing has changed. I still feel guilty for reasons known only to mom and me -- and Dan, Dad, Granddad, Grandmama, mom's dad (I have no idea what... Continue Reading →

Mom and Dan together

With Dan's birthday three days away, I've been thinking about Mom and Dan. I've been thinking about them a lot and two thoughts have occurred to me. First, they have given me my new mantra: Not to worry; a good rain will take care of that. I'll use it after the mantra I stole from... Continue Reading →

Again, in my dreams

Dear Dan, You called last night. In my dream, my cell phone rang and it was your voice. I don't remember the words, but I remember understanding that you were someone who knew the family and knew about the suicide. I recognized your voice. Parenthetically, I can still hear your voice in my mind. I... Continue Reading →

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