Tag: shame

  • The Junk in the Trunk

    The Junk in the Trunk

    Let’s talk about what you carry with you. Your baggage. The total of what you have experienced, what you own, what’s yours to give.

  • The Landmine in Our Garden

    The Landmine in Our Garden

    We were on our way to our cabin for a few days of rest when a text message from our neighbor ticked in. “Thomas, I studied the new deck you’ve been working on. Right next to it there’s a device that looks very much like a WWII landmine. Shouldn’t professionals deal with that?” Attached was…

  • Off-Script

    Off-Script

    “Wait!” she said as she studied me. “You’ve got something on your cheek.” My friend pointed to where the leftover breakfast could be found. I brushed my face with my hands but she shook her head. “No, there’s still a stain.” She pointed at her own face to show me approximately where I should be…