ACCESS AND ITS PARADOXES

This is one of the short essays I wrote for my application to graduate school.  I thought it might be fun to share.  Enjoy:     I wonder how Louisa May Alcott and Emily Dickinson would react if they could experience the age of access in which we now live.  For that matter, what wouldContinue reading “ACCESS AND ITS PARADOXES”

TWO WAYS

Two ways to live; Two ways to go; Which will you choose? How will you know Which one brings life; The one that’s right? One is darkness; The other light.   Clear is the way Of love and peace; Honor, respect, Freedom’s release. Will you choose this In all you do? Will you speak life;Continue reading “TWO WAYS”

IS THIS WHO YOU WANT FOR PRESIDENT???

I almost never make political comments; in fact, I stay as far away from political campaigns as I possibly can.  When it comes to someone promoting bigotry, hatred, scape goating and violence, however, I am willing to make an exception. For more, go to https://lifehelps.wordpress.com/2016-presidential-election/  

SEEDS

Seed sown in anger, Frustration and fear Yields fruit that makes us ill; But seed sown in hope With vision That’s clear Prospers and brings good will.     Hatred spawns hatred; Prejudice brings death Breaking nations apart. But love and kindness Is Life’s very breath, Uniting us in heart.     Choose seeds thatContinue reading “SEEDS”

EQUAL HONOR

I was talking to a friend who lives with her mother so that she can assist her. One of their regular outings is to the local senior center, where her mother, whom I will call Anne, is among peers and has the opportunity to visit. My friend was telling me that a number of people have startedContinue reading “EQUAL HONOR”