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Politely Defiant

Acceptance is an act of defiance.

Tag: PTSD

When the smoke clears.

The forest fires have been upon us for two weeks now in Oregon. If the pandemic wasn’t inducing terror in us then we at least can count on the daily reminder of the smoke outside our doors to do so. Yet anxiety has been a reliable constant in my life and seems ever-present like an… Read More When the smoke clears.

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020 Barbara KelsoLeave a comment

Welcome to Poverty: COVID era skills

We’re all on our own learning curve as we try to beat the curve.… Read More Welcome to Poverty: COVID era skills

April 26, 2020 Barbara KelsoLeave a comment

The validity of pain.

We all will face a health crisis some day of our own, or someone we love, and I hope we all remember that and treat others like myself with compassion. (P.S. Wash your hands!)… Read More The validity of pain.

March 9, 2020March 9, 2020 Barbara Kelso

A badge or a burden: the trauma we carry

Our scars can be our strength.… Read More A badge or a burden: the trauma we carry

October 13, 2019October 14, 2019 Barbara KelsoLeave a comment

The right to be safe.

Doing what’s right for your kids is never easy but protecting them is never a question.… Read More The right to be safe.

October 10, 2018October 7, 2018 Barbara KelsoLeave a comment

Just trying to pass as happy.

We’re all trying to pass as happy in our own way.… Read More Just trying to pass as happy.

July 28, 2018 Barbara KelsoLeave a comment

A label saved us.

A label can shed light in the darkness and point to the door you’ve been searching for.… Read More A label saved us.

May 15, 2018 Barbara KelsoLeave a comment

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