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Category Archives: Family

A Letter to My Sister

Authentic John Posted on November 28, 2013 by John SmythNovember 13, 2015

Trish, Patient, always solitary understanding okays all of your distance. When you are here, we are loyally reunited in presence to awesomely connect the spiritual bond that never tears or tatters. What a life that gives us separateness and your … Continue reading →

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To My Brother James

Authentic John Posted on September 15, 2013 by John SmythJanuary 13, 2016

each day i miss you. taking it one colder day at a time, each easy season slips by.

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Posted in About, Family

Happy birthday, Mom!

Authentic John Posted on August 17, 2013 by John SmythJanuary 13, 2016

You wait really with each lingering peaceful moment for my knowing expression with quiet anticipation. I am honored that you are my Mom. As easy as long years pass together, with all whitening for most of witnessing walkers, you saw … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog, Family

More Dad-inspiration

Authentic John Posted on April 17, 2013 by John SmythNovember 16, 2015

You read his little eyes so well and each sacred sound you task to make identifies you as his dad. Understanding each day when you quietly come into his waiting thoughtful essential welcoming presence opens an awesome flood of joy … Continue reading →

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More Advice for a Mom

Authentic John Posted on April 17, 2013 by John SmythJanuary 21, 2016

Yes, our work together to support your son patiently begins now. When we awesomely look at some really amazing gifts that Mason has that no one is discovering because they lack them and don’t like to measure what might make … Continue reading →

Dad-inspiring Thoughts

Authentic John Posted on March 9, 2013 by John SmythNovember 16, 2015

Thomas proudly becomes a father today. His son Titus is so small and unwasted by lifestyle and limitation. The world is saving its’ fun for him to each day discover, assuming all experiences teach him opportunity. When we see this … Continue reading →

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Angels in My Life 11-10-2012

Authentic John Posted on November 11, 2012 by John SmythJanuary 12, 2016

Answering the question: Who is the first person you think of as an angel or hero in your life not counting Mom or Dad, who made a difference and whom you admire, what did they do, and what do you … Continue reading →

Posted in Competence, Education, Family

A Response to Dad and Note to Parents – emotional challenges of finding your voice

Authentic John Posted on February 19, 2012 by John SmythJanuary 12, 2016

Looking through his 2011 emails to my old school, Dad found an email I’d like to address. Dad wrote: “On 2-22 he talked about the seizures he has been having. That day, he also conceived that he might have a … Continue reading →

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