I wrote this poem in 2008 and sent it to myself. I discovered it on May 2nd, 2023. How appropriate given that my girls are grown and about to fly away.
I Cried This Morning (2008)
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How Swallowing My Ego Allowed Me to Raise Resilient Daughters
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A Facebook friend messaged me and said, "I have never heard you speak poorly of their mother."
"You're quite astute," I replied. As a rule, I never speak badly about my ex-wife (or any ex).
I chose her.
My Ex Upgraded After Me
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My ex-girlfriend upgraded after me. I'm sure all my exes upgraded.
At least, I hope they did. I hope they found the love and companionship that they were looking for and upgraded.
The haters are in the room (and so are your biggest fans)
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One of the biggest lessons I am working to impart on the girls during the summer (because they are getting older and they are beginning to be confronted with it) is to always be aware that “haters”/critics and fans will always be in the room.
MACKLEMORE & RYAN LEWIS – SAME LOVE feat. MARY LAMBERT
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“No freedom ’til were equal. Damn Right I support it!”
“No law is going to change us. We have to change us”