Cynthia Harrison
Novelist
Tag: motherhood
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The M Word
I have a mom who is still alive in this world. I love her but it’s complicated. I’ve unpacked that bag a few thousand times and still never bring enough socks. Bottom line: I love her. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom. Also, I am a mom. That is not complicated at all, unless geography counts. Then,…
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The Elusive Happy Family
I have an idea in my mind of a happy family. This image has caused me profound sadness. The more I reached for it, the more elusive it became. Divorce destroyed that image and for years I let the guilt of being the one who ruined everything hold me back from completely enjoying the family I…