Like so many traditional holidays, Thanksgiving has a dark origin story — Colonialism. Slavery. Epidemics. These are all important issues to consider as we work to build a socially just, kind world. Gratitude is equally important. I reflect on both sides of the holiday this week. But I cannot let the dark history over-shadow […]
Thanks Giving
As my daughter grows, I can shelter her less and less from the pains of the world. But maybe by unleashing her sorrow, one more heart will be free to look for peace. “Can’t you take steps any bigger than that?” Saoirse asks as we make our way down the hill on the dogs’ morning […]