November 19, 2013

E-mail to Mom re: Thanksgiving

Hi Mom,
I received an  e-mail from Aunt  later in the day after I received your e-mail re: Thanksgiving.  I don't plan to go.  As you know, the holidays are not my favorite time of the year.  All kinds of 'stuff' resurfaces and it is stressful for me.  Every year I think it will be different and I won't have such strong reactions.  So far that year hasn't arrived.  
I'm re-reading Marilyn Van Derbur's book, 'Miss America by Day'.   I've had it for a number of years and it's good to get it out and read it again.   It's empowering to be reminded that I'm not alone and that my thoughts, feelings and experiences are valid, true and to be respected.  Marilyn Van Derbur found her voice and empowers so many others to do the same.   It's a very powerful book.  It might be one you would want to read.
Carol

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