Love is Enough....

As a writer I’m always diving into perception and looking at all facets -

using language as art, and feasting on tones and syllables.

Because a voice is precious... 

And as Stella is discovering her own passion for writing - I found a journal for her to experiment. 

And though this was last night - I just can’t stop thinking about her entry. 

In response to “what is your favorite phrase?”

love you. 

My heart. And also my assumptions. This beautiful little girl gets life. I expected some sassy remark or funny joke. Not that those would have been wrong or any less - it’s just...

Sometimes, love you - is all we need. 

And in all the things I tell her... in all the things I feel bad about or can’t change - she hears me 

And it’s not just that... 

If that’s her favorite phrase then that’s also her lens - it’s her, room with a view,

It’s her soul. 

This was a challenging year for us, but this tells me everything. 

I feel like I keep being reminded to embrace the child-like mind. 

Sometimes we, or rather I, complicate... worry or feel not quite good enough....

But then I hear it... 

Love you

Amen.