boy enchanted

Trying to understand our loss from my brother's point of view

Having no great answer to the question, I at least have some perspective to discuss it.

An erosion of confidence.  It took years to happen and years to repair.

Understanding the emotions at work with young teens

The battle to overcome fear and learn courage

I was lucky to live in a neighborhood where I found great friends

One special teacher made all of the difference.

How could a child feel loved by the surviving parent while so badly neglected?

Money was scarce, but life became interesting.

Thinking about why I tell this story and hoping that it helps us understand why we should be gentle with our children