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Dianne Moritz's avatar

Sadly, we don't choose our parents. That you can forgive him is your gift to yourself.

Moving piece.....

Colleen Wright's avatar

Thanks Diane, that’s so true. Forgiveness is a huge relief, if you can do it.

Andrea A. Firth's avatar

Lovely essay, wonderfully sensory.

Colleen Wright's avatar

Thanks so much Andrea! Woodworking is just so physical, the feelings linger.

Andrea A. Firth's avatar

I'm married to a woodturner so I'm surrounded by loads of bowls along with the lovely scents :-)

Colleen Wright's avatar

Ooh how lucky! I bet they feel as gorgeous as they smell.