Monthly Archives: October 2015

Essay. Peace.

It is a beautiful autumn day, with just the right balance of light breeze and warm, afternoon sun. My two dogs chased balls and followed me while I picked up their poops. We were content. Writing this after we have … Continue reading

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Essay. The Ties that Bind.

Many ties bind my son and me. I see a psychiatrist for depression. Joseph has seen his psychiatrist since he was three years old, with a growing number of diagnoses identified over time. He has bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and … Continue reading

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Essay. Fate and Destiny

A remarkable thought stunned me during an entirely unremarkable children’s movie: If Fate is what happens to us, then our Destiny is found in how we respond to our Fate. I always wanted to be a doctor. I achieved that … Continue reading

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