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Seasonal Attention

Under the Madison Street bridge, the tree that grows sideways suddenly popped flowers that smelled like corn tortillas.

I am from this place as much as I am from anywhere, and it’s this recognition that helps me know that I can feel this way again.

by Pete Ford | Jun 30, 2020 | 2 comments

Even within the church, it’s easy to feel shame for not “persevering.”

I feel stuck because I don’t feel like I have a valid voice to address either side of my racial and cultural heritage.

by Jon Gorter | Jun 28, 2020 | 4 comments

I don’t often think about my breath.

by Brad Zwiers | Jun 27, 2020 | 1 comment

I didn’t expect to experience the amount of joy I felt.

7. Egochristicolaphobia — The Fear of Being Associated with the Word “Christian”

This is not an anti-racist reading list, per se.

It’s a well-known, frequently observed phenomenon that Taylor sleeps more than I do.

Since I started working with kids, I’ve also re-discovered a love of picture books.