Tag Archives: friendship

In the Quiet Spaces

Posted on May 17, 2017 by

some people when they hear your story. contract. others upon hearing your story, expand. and this is how you know  ~ Nayyirah Waheed   It’s been over seven months since I came out.   Long enough to cry a few … Continue reading →

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Change Someone’s Story

Posted on September 7, 2015 by

It’s been an emotional summer. As you’ve all read — ad nauseam — sending Sam off to college and into his new life has kept me a bit off balance. And on August 14, I  chose — finally, and after … Continue reading →

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Action Reaction

Posted on November 16, 2014 by

Sam wrecked our Tahoe Friday night. He had six of his friends in the car, and they were coming home from a high school football game in a neighboring town. Thirty-one days ago, he totaled his own car. Both accidents … Continue reading →

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Turn, Turn, Turn

Posted on September 16, 2014 by

Yesterday was the release of My Other Ex: Women’s True Stories of Leaving and Losing Friends. It’s a beautiful collection, penned by many gifted writers. What an honor it is to share these pages with them. I’ve been so privileged … Continue reading →

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Cross-Country Friendship Lessons for My Daughter

Posted on August 25, 2014 by

Living in three different states over the course of four years is a revelation in many ways. The experience shines a light on the people in our lives, on those who choose to stay… and on those who don’t. Proximity … Continue reading →

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Sticky Words

Posted on June 26, 2014 by

I’d begun a fledgling friendship here in our new town. Coffee dates, common interests, laughter, possibility. We were planning a family cook-out together, a pool party. And a short while back, my 15-year-old came home and said my new friend, … Continue reading →

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There Is a Season

Posted on October 15, 2013 by

Nineteen years. That’s how long it’s been since this picture was taken. Our October day was take-my-breath-away stunning in every way imaginable. My brand new husband, my family, my friends. Lots of booze and dancing. Wedding cake. Billy Joel. Forever … Continue reading →

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