The Paradox of Change (A Poem)
And I still keep on searching for happiness somewhere, anywhere, with anyone, by doing something or avoiding everything. I change who I am repeatedly until I no longer recognize myself.
Tagged: unconditional love
Why? (A Poem)
“Why lay distinction, when we belong to the same organization? Why show hostility, when we belong to the same fraternity?” ~Tabna Shahid
An Intimate Hour With a Penniless Stranger
“Some say we’re wired for selfishness. But what I did that night felt good—better than any self-indulgence. …Maybe we’re wired for kindness too.”
The Love of a Child Is the Greatest Gift
“As I write this, I am crying again. I can almost feel his sweet breath against my cheek and feel his heart beating against my chest.”
When You’re Feeling Inadequate (A Letter to Myself)
“So please, dear me, be patient. Be patient as I heal, and I learn to love, because no one ever showed me how. I’m learning. Slowly.”
Wet Feet: A Heart-Warming Thanksgiving Story
An unexpected chance to extend a random act of kindness taught David what Thanksgiving is really about.
Call This a Love Letter, Call It Our Story (A Poem)
“Call this a love letter, call it
Our Story,
unlike anyone else’s, but with threads
and adornments from the Great
Ones—the star-crossed fables, the fairy tales”
The Man Who Taught Me About Generosity (A Eulogy)
Rick teased and bullied Sid when they were young. Little did he know that this man would become his role model for generosity, love, and forgiveness.
How I Stopped Sabotaging My Life and My Work
An honest, vulnerable account of the journey from being trapped in jealousy, self-sabotage, and anger to discovering freedom, purpose, and love.
Sibling Love: A Bond That Knows No Distance
For Christmas, Kat wanted to show her brother that, no matter how different they are, her love for him is as strong as can be. This post is her gift.
