Tag Archives: Healing

Healing Wounds

The cuts were deep, but now her hands looked the same as before the accident.  Smooth and delicate, with a few fine lines meandering about her open palms. I traced the lines with my finger then looked up as her … Continue reading

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Crying with the Doors Wide Open (Revised)

I wouldn’t be concerned about someone hearing my joy. So let them hear my pain as well. Will the sounds worry them? a voice asks. Are you hoping someone will care? No.  I’m okay here by myself. Sprawled out on … Continue reading

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My Offering

I wash my face in the wetness of my tears, Melting away all of the pain and the fears. I am a healer. I am the healed. Crying the tears for those who cannot cry. For those whose pain is … Continue reading

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Family Rules

If you grew up in a household where the implicit rules were: Don’t talk Don’t trust Don’t feel Then check out literature on Adult Children of Alcoholics or Adult Child Syndrome.  Even if alcoholism wasn’t present in your home, it, … Continue reading

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Thank You!

Hi!  I just wanted to say thank you to everyone following my blog, and liking my posts!  I really appreciate it!  It fuels my fire and keeps me going.  I hope you like the new look!  With Much Love, Suzanne … Continue reading

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Let’s Talk About It

Alcoholism and domestic abuse are epidemics in this country (the U.S.).   And I’m taking it personally. Both are affecting my family.  For how many generations, I’m not sure.  This week I am learning that there is an imminent situation … Continue reading

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Your Beautiful When You Cry

“You’re beautiful when you cry.” Annie said these words to me. “Stop crying or I’ll give you something to cry about.” Words spoken by my father during my childhood. As a child up into my 40s (until I found Annie) … Continue reading

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