No, the title isn’t a misspelling. I know you want it to say, “Pure Love,” and it kind of does. Our word, “pure,” comes from the Greek word, “pur.” But “pur” doesn’t mean, “pure;” it’s Greek for “fire.” When I speak of “pur love,” I’m talking about love that cleanses through burning – love …
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Okay By Yourself
Over thirty years later, the image of my teenaged self pains me. I wasn’t okay. I longed to connect with people but whenever they came near, insecurities buzzed in my brain. My attempts to comport myself became social spasms. I remember near panic at the thought of an evening alone. I remember the utter dread …