the very stuff you've been looking for … like finding a purple rock in a world of plain gravel

August 23, 2021
by John Shouse
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the clarity of love

My sister Janet Dowell passed away on August 16th after a long and difficult battle with cancer.   I loved her so much.  While I know it is good that her pain is done, processing and dealing with her loss is … Continue reading

August 5, 2021
by John Shouse
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two boys … one town (part II)

As the title of this piece says, it’s Part II.  If you haven’t read Part I, you might want to go back and read that for context.   I hope you enjoy this.  It’s been quite a while in the making, … Continue reading