Tag Archives: forgiveness

The Others’ Side ~ Na’ama Yehuda #writephoto

“Why is it this way, Mama?” The woman let the small hoe drop from her hand. She straightened, hands over the small of her back, achy from the bending. The plot was spare, and the harshness of many a hard … Continue reading

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Who We Were ~ Sascha Darlington #writephoto

We grew up playing in fields, climbing stones, splashing through creeks and turning over rocks to find salamanders and crayfish. We knew what birds flew overhead, what cry that was in the night, when to plant corn so the seeds … Continue reading

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Close to home

I had occasion recently to talk with someone whose actions had once caused me a good deal of pain. I was asked, in the light of later maturity, if I could ever forgive them. I found that I could not. … Continue reading

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Endless Gift of Self-Forgiveness ~ Debbie Roth #writephoto

A client of mine asked how she could let go of right and wrong. She brought up examples of situations that to her seemed unforgivable, such as abuse or murder. I suggested that she focus on a situation personal to … Continue reading

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Forgiveness and Choosing Peace ~ Debbie Roth #writephoto

On voting day, I went to the county seat in Los Angeles to cast my vote.  The line was wrapped around the building!  And wherever I turned, it seemed that people were uncomfortable, and it was the same with people … Continue reading

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Forgiveness Quote ~ Debbie Roth #writephoto

When I was in Italy, I saw so much of Michelangelo’s work. Each time, I looked at what he did and experienced the power of his presence. It was like he was there in the room, touching me with his … Continue reading

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Peace Listening and a Mini Break ~ Debbie Roth #writephoto

First, I want to thank all of you for your encouragement and support for my move.  I’m in my new home, and it’s beautiful!  I moved on Tuesday.  Here’s a photo of me in my new place – I plan … Continue reading

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Trusting in My Inner Guidance – One Week Before I Move! ~ Debbie Roth #writephoto

I got into an argument with David the other night, right before he left for the Swiss Alps. It was over something “small” yet it felt big. And when I woke up in the morning, I got clearly inside that … Continue reading

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Guest author: Karen Ingalls – Reverence, Forgiveness, and Butterflies

Albert Schweitzer had a profound influence on me after I read about him and his remarkable work. His philosophy of Reverence for Life filled me as a teenager with fervor to also have great respect, love, and kindness to all … Continue reading

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A laughing heart

Sent to me by Obi, a friend and Companion of the Silent Eye: “Let me Sue, tell you a traditional story on happiness from my people the Igbo of South east Nigeria as an example of how happiness can make … Continue reading

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