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The Choke by Sophie Laguna
This story left me breathless. It raised to the surface, every last rescue trait in my being. If only someone would intervene and stop the raging abuse. But no one does. And yet, amongst the harshness of the setting with the ‘chooks’ in the backyard, … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged Abuse, Courage, Disability, Equality, Families, Gender, Male power, Neglect, Poverty, Small towns
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Oh, the ghosts of sadness
Recently in conversation with others I’m reminded of how large the ghosts of difficult early family events or other sad and frightening occasions can loom. In fact, it’s fair to say they never quite leave us. It’s not surprising that some (not all) mature aged … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged Behaviour, Bravery, Courage, Family, Family of Origin, Loss, Patterns of Behaviour, Psychology, Seeking Help, Self-Pity, Therapy, Trauma
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New Dawn…
Brilliant, the evening landscape, its glow of colour against the blue of day The sun in readiness to set, glows bright orange, then falls into darkness Night allows all to be considered and reconciled, prepared for the next horizon… In energy and hope the morning shines And yet, … Continue reading
Posted in Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged Courage, Dawn, Day, Morning, Opportuntites, Poetry, Starting afresh, Sunset, The times of the day, Thoughfulness
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