In Memory of Stephanie Kline-Huse
Our friend Stephanie, 32 years old, died at the end of October. I have been cleaning for the past few …
Category Archives: Inspirational
Time Spun Out Her Gifts
Tonight when it was time to pop out the door for Sophie to go pee pee before bed I decided …
The Trail Home
After the fire when people asked us how we were doing I always said we were doing well. We were …
Sometimes Home is Where You Least Expect It
For the first months after the fire that left our home and 65 others in our valley in ashes I …
The Day Before the Day Before
Tomorrow will be the day before the wildfire that changed our lives completely. Today is the day before the day …
Transplanting the Remains of the Day
Tomorrow one of my most important tasks is to go dig up three flowers that made it through the fire. …
The Socks of Sorrow
My work has been a fulfilling career. I know that things I have done make a difference in people’s lives. …
How Do You Capture the Wind?
How do you capture the wind? How do you feel it inside of you, how can you explain that you …
How is a Ballgown Like Little Corn Salt and Pepper Shakers?
Years ago before I became a researcher I trained to become a Clinical Psychologist. I was not very good as …
The Special Things That Come Home with You
Another round with the personal property inventory. Another round of tears. At this point after so many months it is …
Building One Home 