I wrote my obit today. Strange thing to do on a beautiful, sunny day, maintaining good health, good friends, a loving wife and family. I wrote my obit to find out what I had to say about my life heading into my 6th decade. The easy stuff was the resume covering a career in broadcasting, teaching, and not-for-profit work. What I wanted to discover was if my values, what I had learned, translated into an actionable presence here and now. Read More
Posts published in “Feelings”
When I ask for forgiveness, saying or doing something that has caused pain or disjunction in a relationship, I am placing the burden of this relationship on the other person. Read More
A wonderful thing happens with we release our weird ideas. We fear we will have nothing. We in fact gain everything.
We are addicted to what others have told us we are and who we should be. The security of these addictions mean we do not have to think for ourselves, unearth and examine Read More
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Dear Mr. Helprin
“I have read thousands of books and although have been satisfied, entertained, and taught by the majority of them, I have never been compelled to write to the author.”
In Sunlight and in Shadow not only compels me, but created an imperative that you know what your craft and gift has evoked. Read More
Forgive and Forget? Never!
“I asked you to forgive me!” When someone says, “please forgive me” there is an implied resolution, “My part is over. Read More
