Collateral damage- Ugly

“Collateral damage—is that all I am, adrift in the wreckage of your sleight of hand? Is there a reason why I can’t heal, I can’t heal?” (Collateral Damage – Levv) Ugly. A word that looks and sounds like its own definition. Ugly, repulsive, vile, offensive, … Continue readingCollateral damage- Ugly

The Danger of Being “Fine”

“I’m fine.” “Just great!” “Doing well, thanks.” No matter how we’re actually feeling or doing, it’s generally considered a matter of American etiquette to put on a cheery face and respond nicely to anybody and everybody we meet who asks the quintessential question of politeness: … Continue readingThe Danger of Being “Fine”

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I Washed My Face

St. Kateri Tekakwitha slept on a bed of thorns. St. Rose of Lima cropped her hair and disfigured her skin. Blessed Alexandrina de Costa refused all food except the Eucharist. The other day, I got out of bed and washed my face. This is the … Continue readingI Washed My Face

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