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I Caught the Earth Meditating

Posted on April 13, 2019 by susansplace

I caught the earth meditating this morning. She was sitting absolutely still. The trees were at rest, allowing the morning sun to polish their leaves. The spring flowers were trying to relax but were distracted by the beauty of it … Continue reading →

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Brave Healers, Speak for Those Who Can’t

Posted on October 2, 2018 by susansplace

The Kavanaugh hearings, and especially the testimony of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, have shaken me to the core. I’m not alone. That is evident by the reports of 100’s if not 1,000’s of women and men reporting their stories. I … Continue reading →

Posted in child abuse, healing, healing, writing, sharing with the world, blogging, writing as a healing tool, human trafficking, Uncategorized | Tagged can't speak about it, Christine Blasey Ford, find your voice, hope, Kavanaugh hearings, molestation, rape, sexual assault, triggering | 4 Comments

I Pray

Posted on June 11, 2018 by susansplace

I pray. I start with His Prayer. I say it slowly, emphasizing various words to see if with that emphasis new insights will appear. Or is it to make sure He hears me? To convince Him that I am sincere? … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged child psychology, children of divorce, divorce, faith, God's love, mother's love, power of prayer, Prayer, praying, unconditional love | Leave a comment

Age Doesn’t Matter

Posted on May 28, 2018 by susansplace

A post from my daughter: How to Bust the “I’m Too Old” Excuse and Carry On With Your Amazing Self Out of all the excuses one could have for not sharing your wisdom and experience, doing new things, or doing … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged acceptance, audacious plug, forgiveness, life is short, look forward, mothers and daughters, old age, one day at a time, writing for seniors, you're never too old | 1 Comment

Writing is Healing

Posted on May 21, 2018 by susansplace

My daughter’s book launch starts today! This is a book about healing. Laura has a mission to redefine healing and start a revolution of brave healers who are writing, speaking and sharing their stories with the world. I’m so proud … Continue reading →

Posted in healing, Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, faith, forgiveness, healing, hope, inspiration, life's lessons, mothers and daughters, sharing with the world, unconditional love, writing, writing as a healing tool | 5 Comments

Right?

Posted on February 21, 2018 by susansplace

There was a bomb scare at my grandchildren’s high school this morning in Maryland. It happened before school started. My daughter was able to reach the kids on their cell phones and told them to turn around and come home. … Continue reading →

Posted in healing, Uncategorized | Tagged death and dying, don't be sad, get mad, get off your duff, grief, gun control, high school kids, inconsolable grief, NRA | 5 Comments

Get up! Show up! Dress up!

Posted on October 30, 2017 by susansplace

I listened to the best message yesterday, and I’ve got to share. You definitely needed to be there to get the full impact, but here is the bottom line: Standing in your garage does not make you a car! Sitting … Continue reading →

Posted in healing, Uncategorized | Tagged Christian faith, forgiveness, God's love, mercy, Service | 2 Comments

Harvey

Posted on August 28, 2017 by susansplace

What can I say about Harvey? REDCROSS.ORG Just do it.

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged compassion, Harvey, Helpless, How can I help?, Prayers needed!, Red Cross, Texas, what can I do? | Leave a comment

Before the Sun Sets and the Moment is Gone

Posted on August 27, 2017 by susansplace

You would have been 69 today! Happy Birthday dear Sis! This morning, my buddy and I took a morning walk along the bay front and I mentioned to her that you were on my mind. You would have enjoyed that … Continue reading →

Posted in healing, Uncategorized | Tagged childhood adventures, God's love, grief, loss of a loved one, love my sister, Mill Valley walks, sisters | 5 Comments

Complacency

Posted on August 20, 2017 by susansplace

History will have to record that the greatest tragedy of this period of social transition was not the strident clamor of the bad people, but the appalling silence of the good people. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted in healing, Uncategorized | Tagged bigotry, complacency, Crissy Field, domestic terrorism, God's love, peace on earth, peace rally, racism, terrorism, what can I do? | 3 Comments