Topic Tags: parenting

“In this moment, though, I felt triumphant. Not only had I given birth and become a mother in my late 40s, but I had figured out a way to truly honor my father’s memory and wishes…”

A beautiful wedding day prayer from parent to child.

“Where you go, I will go, I told my small sons…”

“you will know a tidal surge / part marvel part mystery…”

“I, my child, / will never tire / of bringing you / morning worm…”

“I didn’t fast on Yom Kippur / But I mended my relationship with my spouse and children by being present in the moment and honest about my feelings in a positive way…”