"So I watched this thing…it's going around…" They are looking at me, waiting, and I realize it is too late. I will say it. "It's called The Rabbi's Daughter…" My father's eyes raise and I almost swallow the words, even though I know I can't. "It reminded me of you…of us." And then I am … Continue reading The Rabbi’s Daughter
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How I Say I Love You
"What - you love each other?" she asks, catching us in an easy embrace. We share a smile as I lift my head off your chest and answer her with a slight nod. "Ok" is the only thing she cares to say as she scampers off with her brother, leaving us relaxing comfortably together in … Continue reading How I Say I Love You
Loving You
Come quick! My husband’s shout propels me off my seat and out on the balcony. The flock of White Storks are back. They are flying overhead in a haphazard pattern, lazily flapping their massive wings as they circle their way over our heads and past the mountains. I am leaning against the gate, my head raised, … Continue reading Loving You
Dedicated to The Ones I Love
We met when I was barely eighteen. I kept a low profile, my face hidden behind unkempt hair encased in the hooded sweatshirt I wore defensively. But I listened to the two of you talk and I couldn't contain myself. You spoke my language, peppered with a healthy dose of vulgarity and infused with the … Continue reading Dedicated to The Ones I Love
Mother of Two
Describe yourself, they say. Make them understand who you are. Use words that paint a picture. Dig deep inside and express your qualities with letters and spaces. Get them to understand you. So, I try. I close my eyes and I dig and dig and dig. In the process, I throw aside the obvious and … Continue reading Mother of Two
