September 2018
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I Believe Her
This past week, I listened and watched Dr. Christine Blasey Ford speak. I admire the courage it took to speak. As she said, she was the one lone voice against many. I was surprised by my response to her speaking.… Continue reading
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Flow Aimlessly
If you broke your life down into categories, what would they be? Sheri Salata spoke about the Pillars of her life. The categories of how she wants to live her life. What the important things were and then how to… Continue reading
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Speak the words of your truth.
When I see a victim of sexual abuse break their silence, I see a person who is breaking down the wall of disempowerment. I see them as taking back their life, and saying I will not be complacent in your… Continue reading
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Breakers to Bridge
It was a gorgeous sight that greeted us at the Houghton Breakwaters – the starting point of my latest challenge. The Breakers to the Bridge – Paddle Festival 2018. Julia's photo Here are the three of us at the starting… Continue reading
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Going with the flow was an experience, not just words as we paddle on the Sturgeon River yesterday. We decide to paddle up the river, trying to make it up to the dam near Otter Lake. But, I hadn't understood… Continue reading
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This is my church
"Churches are just buildings and organizations full of flawed people." comment on Facebook. That comment is the typical conclusion of a discussion when sexual abuse comes up in a religious organization. They toss aside the beliefs and water it… Continue reading
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Unsafe for children to attend!
If we were to be completely honest and truthful, when sexual abuse scandal happens, are we not more shocked at where it happened, than to whom it happened to? Are we not more blown back by the place and circle,… Continue reading