Category Archives: Journal

My Desk

Posted on June 10, 2010 by jenny

(Written in January 1992) Candle.  30 minutes. Just write.  Begin from what’s in front of you.  What’s in front of me?  My desk.  On top a blue recipe box with cards of people’s addresses, a beautiful thin porcelain bowl with … Continue reading →

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Journal Work

Posted on June 3, 2010 by jenny

(Written in February 2009) I spent a bit of time yesterday holding the baby doll, and telling her I won’t leave her, that her welfare is my top priority.  She feels warm now, and sometimes being with her is comforting, … Continue reading →

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Voice from the Past

Posted on May 30, 2010 by jenny

In 1995, I had a conversation in which I found out that I was wanting to publish a book because “it would prove that I deserved to live, even though my parents were disappointed in me.” I was so horrified … Continue reading →

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It’s Painful Looking Back

Posted on May 12, 2010 by jenny

(Written in July 2008) I’ve been reading from 1986, and it’s so painful.  I am struggling so hard to keep going, and I’m angry at myself for “not doing better”, and deeply disappointed that I’m not being able to carry … Continue reading →

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Journal: some positive experiences

Posted on April 9, 2010 by jenny

(Written in June 2009) It rained in the morning, then got very windy with gleams of sun.  Randi and I walked to the picnic table in the wind and sun and it was exhilarating instead of terrifying which was wonderful!  … Continue reading →

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Journal: Reason for Hope

Posted on February 23, 2010 by jenny

(Written in August 2009) I talked to Elizabeth who was bummed out because of developers desecrating a place she and others think is special.  She was needing to be more active, but too tired and overwhelmed to do anything big.  … Continue reading →

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