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Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire

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I think that, for the most part, there is one major reason that people lie. They do so to save their own hides, or the hides of those they care about. Sometimes they lie to create an illusion of who they are. Sometimes they lie to protect their inner world from collapsing. But mostly it […]

Day of the Dead

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Contrary to popular belief, the Day of the Dead is a celebration that, in one form or another, has existed in many cultures. Having said that, Mexico is credited with making it popular. And for that we can all be quite grateful. But, although it may be known by other names, this practice has existed […]

Can’t Judge a Book

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Way back in the mid “80’s I enjoyed clubbing with my friends, just like most young people do. I was in my early 20’s and I loved to dance. So the club scene was something I found very appealing. People who know me now would not recognize me. I had hair…a LOT of hair. Long, […]

The Shunning

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Not “the shining,” but “the shunning.” I have written before regarding aspects of abuse and coping mechanisms. What I have not yet touched upon is the act of shunning as a form of abuse. In ancient times it would take something pretty drastic to have the community shun you. Something along the lines of adultery […]

Who’s That Knockin’ On My Door?

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I am quite selective when it comes to my energy and what I put my energy into. As a result of that selectivity, there are some folks who have been offended that I do not spend time with them or do what they think I should be doing with my time. It is not that […]