Selected stories on ILLUMINATION-Curated
Collection of Curated Stories on ILLUMINATION-Curated
Stories by Tree Langdon hosted on ILLUMINATION-Curated
I’m always hesitant when I’m asked to choose a selection of stories for a collection in a publication. I never know which ones to include.
It reminds me of Grade 4 gym class, standing on one side of the gym waiting to be chosen to play on a team.
It always went the same way.
The selection would go quickly at first. The popular girls would be picked, then the athletes. As each person was selected they would squeal in delight and join their teammates with a high five or a big hug.
As the number of choices grew smaller, the team captains would hesitate. They might consult with the team. Someone would whisper their favorites in their ear and they would choose the least-worst option. Other team members would sigh or shrug as they accepted their new members.
The unchosen few would stand quietly, some trying to look like it didn’t bother them, others trying to look invisible.
If you were one of the last two chosen, it was a slow walk of shame over to the team, head down, no one meeting your eyes.
Situations like these made me feel like the team captain. Should I select the ones I love the most? Or the most popular?
In the end, I went with my heart.
I Speak My Truth In Simple Thoughts
#Poetry
This is a poem about the struggle to speak our truth. It was inspired by a past life binding.
In Despair, She Broke Up With Her Give a Damn
#Mental Health
Women take on many roles in their lives and the pressure may eventually become overwhelming. In this case, breaking up with her ‘give a damn’ was the solution.
Sharing My Fascination with Math and Nature
#Poetry
Math inspires me and the hidden logic in nature connects us to the natural world in a way that makes sense.
I’m Losing My Mind One Word at a Time — Hooseywhatsit
#Mental Health
Noun Deficiency Syndrome is a condition where you begin to lose your nouns, finding yourself saying things like: ‘please pass the white stuff, while gesturing at the salt shaker.’
It’s Important To Make Your End Of Life Choices Now
#Health
When it comes time to refuse certain treatments or procedures that we would refuse if we could ourselves, who will be the one to speak for you?
Euphoria of Falling in Love
#Poetry
Forelsket is a Norwegian word for the euphoria experienced as you begin to fall in love. This Haiku is one of a series about emotions.
Open The Window As Wide As You Can
#Religion
This story reminds me of a fascinating time when I studied world religion at college. It’s important to understand and accept each other’s differences.
Transitioning to Hope
#Poetry and Mindfulness
Transitioning to Hope was written as I reflected on the sorrow in the world. It is an exploration of the words and expressions found in many languages — words of sadness and hope, longing and loss.
Growing Pains
#Food and Business
This is a study of food security and the disruption of the distribution chain as a result of Covid-19. The sudden appearance of the virus took everyone by surprise. Farmers have been especially hit hard.
If you enjoyed this collection, have a look at my book, We Swallow Light. It’s an exploration of events in a past life and a refreshing take on overcoming pain and the joy of finding love.
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