“Affirmation” by Assata Shakur ( Read more... )

When I think of Rick, I think of his deep, resonant voice, and his big belly laugh that invited you to join. I think of how sweet and loving he was with his son Gabe and other little kids. I think of how he would listen carefully to what people would say, mulling it over, never simply taking their words at face value. I think of how little patience ( Read more... )

To Everything (Turn, Turn, Turn ( Read more... )

Today, my dad's oldest brother died, after many days of preparation. And, really, months and years of preparation. He was 68 ( Read more... )

i thank You God for most this amazing ( Read more... )

( My grandma Irene died Saturday morning. )