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Faith Found in a Fender Bender

So, reflecting on 2024, another one of my “single stars” appeared on December 22nd. I parked Marshall’s car (I call it “MC”), wearing Marshall’s thick socks from his Cub Scout days to keep my feet warm in the cold weather, and went inside Marshall’s department store to purchase last-minute Christmas gifts. Sauntering toward the last few aisles, I heard a female voice on the intercom. “Attention,…

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The Tree of Sorrows: A Story of Grief, Swedish Death Cleaning, and Finding Peace

© 2024, Tree of Sorrows, Photograph by Stacy L. Maxwell Over the last few years, while Swedish Death Cleaning is often associated with preparing for one’s own passing, I’ve found it to be a powerful and meaningful tool for navigating grief and loss in the present. It certainly reminds me just how temporary everything is, including me, and I find a deep peace in accepting that I’m only here for a…

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The True Meaning of Thanksgiving: Embracing Diversity

As Americans gather to celebrate Thanksgiving this upcoming Thursday, let us pause to reflect on the true meaning of this holiday. Beyond the traditional feast and family gatherings, Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for the community that surrounds us and the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our nation. This year, I’ve been particularly inspired by the article, “Making History…

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Silent Symphony: Grief and Remembrance

A few weeks ago before calling it a night, I spent hours scrolling through his Facebook photos, reliving old memories. There was Greg, jamming with Alan, his face a mask of pure joy. There was Greg, smoking his favorite cigar. And there was Greg, just being Greg – playing keyboards, a master musician, and always true to himself.  I typically avoid FB, but I was in shock after hearing of Greg’s…

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i just had a dream with this guy i’ve thought about but not really thought about and what the fuck we had like two deep hugs in it

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Milestone Moments: My Daughter's 30th Birthday

Cinderella Alex as a toddler I still can’t believe it. It’s one of those pinch-me moments. My little girl, Alexandra, turned thirty yesterday. THIRTY! It feels as if I were just holding her tiny, precious fingers and marveling at the giggling bundle of joy I was so proud to hold. From that moment on, I never lost my pride in watching her become the remarkable woman she is today and the joyful…

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Faith It Forward

October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, and a story from the Fall 2024 Alcade alumni magazine, from the University of Texas, my alma mater, resonated with me. It’s the story of Jas Sethi, who turned his grief into a meaningful mission. After losing his sister, his only sibling, Simran, to suicide at the age of 19 in 2022, the 25-year-old lawyer has the ability to transform “tragedy…

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