One Boy Told Me

This is a sacred day for me, the anniversary of a loss I didn't think I would survive. I could spin into the depths of my mind, unearthing memories, reliving moments, getting lost in myself. Instead I find my grief has softened, like pages of a well read book. Today is the anniversary of an event that led me to finally live the life I had always wanted. I hold space for those memories to join me but I'm finding I don't need to dig for them. I remember and yet find I want to stay present. I've so very much to be grateful for.

This boy is brimming over with life and keeps me grounded in the here and now.

He got braces this week and for some reason I think they're adorable.

I've recently rediscovered Naomi Shihab Nye thanks to Misty. Here she reads a poem of found words provided by her son. Take a moment to watch and then hear the poetry in your everyday life.

Comments

[Lelainia]

THinking of you today Tina with much fondness my friend. You are one of the strongest, most grounded, most dedicated mothers I know.

*hugs* & blessings

[lk]

You are in my thoughts. And he is adorable in those braces. Gryphon gets his removed Thursday. (for now)