Monthly Archives: January 2011

An Explosion of Language- Part 2

I began this post with the intention of bragging, but then became so absorbed in telling the back story, that my writing developed a life of its own, which seems to happen to me a lot these days.  So, today … Continue reading

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An Explosion of Language- Part 1

Six months ago my husband, our three children, and I bid farewell to our friends, family, and the Pacific coastline.  We packed up our lives and trekked more than 3,000 miles to New England in search of stability, balance, and … Continue reading

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When autism stinks…literally

This post requires a disclaimer. If you are easily made squeamish by any assortment of bodily fluid, solid, or gas, then please stop reading. Come back and visit another day when I’m feeling more cheerful and balanced. I promise you … Continue reading

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Ode to Jonas Emiliano

His name was chosen ever so carefully. It had to be one of strength, inspiration, leadership, humility. Not just be a pretty sounding name; No Jackson, Jacob, nor Aaron need apply, A name to justly represent him. To stand the … Continue reading

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A wave of green hits me

I can’t sleep.  Not for any other reason than feeling green.  I’m Kermit all wrapped up in sage-colored gossamer, my emerald eyes blazing.  I see green. A metaphor.  A silly one at that because it isn’t really envy in all … Continue reading

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