4 Phrases for Cleaning up Conflict

There is a bucket of cleaning supplies beneath my sink. Anti-bacterial floor cleansers, window spray and furniture polish. Stain removers and scouring pads and lacquer thinner that will remove indelible marker but may also dissolve whatever is beneath. I want to...

Unmet Expectations

“Well,” said Grampa, “now I’ve ridden a roller coaster twice, the first time and the last time.” I did not like roller coasters. At the PNE in 1969 I watched my little sister ride up the giant wooden trestles and plummet over the first peak with our grandfather beside...

Emotional Exercise

I had an emotional workout yesterday as well. I pulled towards hope and strained with disappointment. I pushed back in conflict and hung on with perseverance. I can feel it today. If life isn’t getting any easier, I want to get stronger. Do emotional muscles get sore,...