The clock in the square strikes a happy chime signaling 10am, then curiously shifts to a monotonous, somber bell to count out the hours. Even the clock seems to be disaffected by the persistent agitation that is covid, sighing as it goes through the motions, perhaps emptied of the usual spirit that would fill the space here with communal bustle and hubbub. The fountain nearby splashes meditatively, layering a touch of white noise onto the atmosphere.
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It was a stormy, windy night when the island’s power went out yet again. I found myself wondering about the trees — and who the hell was flying that prop plane slowly cruising overhead — while the big, bright ferry sat parked at the terminal across the narrows.
Rewriting our story is a challenging and transformative process. It is riddled with frustration and resistance as we confront outdated paradigms and acknowledge our role in creating this reality. Yet, true healing can only happen when we accept our past, embrace our full humanity, and reconnect with our hearts — moving beyond intellectualization and the distractions of the mind.