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About atruerarity

Parents of two girls. Bringing home one boy. One boy with Jesus. Loving one other little boy and fundraising to help him go home to a family.

Writing

I need to write. I have so many thoughts circulating and so many memories drifting out of range and so many photos I’d like to share. I feel heavy with it. I’m not sure what will come out when I … Continue reading

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On Burnout

Until I was 30, I didn’t have experience with burnout. And I didn’t get a trophy when I did, either… so if you haven’t walked these roads, I would encourage you to not come. 🙂 I have spent the last … Continue reading

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In Hope of Joy

2018/2019 have been immersed in my experience with depression. I’ve learned its names, kicked its butt and been trodden down by it too. Waves came in and waves went out and I laid hold of Hope. I hadn’t ever chosen … Continue reading

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Schooldays

Hot topics in my Facebook circles: Sexual identity Autism and its portrayal on television Self care So here I will say: I think the androgynous “Barbie” doll is brilliant. My girls have been confused by the way the boys’ toy … Continue reading

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