“When despair for the world grows in me and I wake in the night at the least sound in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be, I go and lie down where the wood drake rests … Continue reading
BEANNACHT (“Blessing”)
“On the day when the weight deadens on your shoulders and you stumble, May the clay dance to balance you. And when your eyes freeze behind the grey window And the ghost of loss gets into you, May a flock … Continue reading
Wild Geese
You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles through the desert, repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves. Tell … Continue reading
Taking The War Out Of Our Words
In order to practice “non-defensive” and open communication with friends, family, intimate partners, and colleagues: slow down while engaging in the dialogue monitor your thoughts and intentions avoid predetermining whether or not the other person will respond defensively be willing … Continue reading
Divorce and 5 Reasons Not to Go to Bed Angry
There is an old saying that if you never have a quarrel in a marriage then the first time can end in divorce. So the good news is it’s okay to have little spats every now and then! We have … Continue reading
More Couples Try ‘Collaborative’ Law To Keep Breakups Out Of Court
‘Friendly’ divorce movement gains ground: Looking to reduce the cost and emotional toll, more couples try ‘collaborative’ law to keep breakups out of court. HOUSTON – After eight years of marriage, Joe and his wife decided to divorce. The couple … Continue reading