A Birthday Wish

Dear God, Someone asked me the other day if I’m angry at You for taking Mom so soon. While this is not an easy question to answer, I’ll attempt to do so here. 66 years ago tomorrow, you brought the purest soul I’ve ever known into this world. For 64 years, you taught me most…

On Grief

Notes for Mom I can’t explain grief. Where are the words? Is it the aftermath? Is it the absence? Maybe it’s making it through that first day back to work. Maybe it’s signing that sick form “my mom died.” Maybe it’s getting in the car only to realize your weekend plans don’t include a visit…