The transition of power in this country is something to behold.<\/p>\n
As we move out from under the worst President in my memory, we embrace hope – the greatest hope we’ve felt since the early 1960’s. I can feel it in my bones that, at some level, we all feel hopeful.<\/p>\n
On this momentous day, I’m home sick – again. Bronchitis and strep throat have taken a severe toll. I sometimes wonder if anyone would notice if I just slipped away.<\/p>\n
Loneliness is taking it’s toll as well.<\/p>\n
It is not the same kind of loneliness I imagined I’d feel as I truly enjoy my own company and relish the solitude. Solitude is soul nurturing.<\/p>\n
It is a spiritual loneliness torturing my mortality now. Many souls have crossed my path, many have connected in a profound, yet temporary way.<\/p>\n
Some would say it is me who drives others away – that has been true.<\/p>\n
This time of soul nurturing solitude is required if I am to heal. So be it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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