Tag Archives: PTSD

Merlin Under the Oaks

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

In the forest under the oaks, Merlin lived in his old age. According to the legend, the only people who stayed in the forest with him were his sister, the bard Taliesin, and a mad man. There was a magic … Continue reading →

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On the edge of the abyss

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Michael J. Melville

Two dead sun dance trees. The moon’s infinity shines at night, while the light of consciousness illuminates the foreground. Two trees grow green out of the strange ground of white and blue flowers. A darkened white tipi stands waiting as … Continue reading →

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Retreat when you can.

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Michael J. Melville

A young woman called to process an upsetting event. Her younger, male friend was driving her and an older woman from one coastal community to another. It was a short drive in distance, a long one for her, as it … Continue reading →

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Perfect Justice Rules the World

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Michael J. Melville

During the Holy Liturgy we affirm our belief as Liberal Catholics, “that God is Love, and Power, and Truth, and Light: that perfect justice rules the world; that all His sons shall one day reach His feet, however far they … Continue reading →

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Post Traumatic Stress Dynamics

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Michael J. Melville

Reality blurs sometimes. It could be the music, the smell or the look of someone which triggers it. The past blends magically with the present and we are back in a pattern we keep trying to forget. Whether we judge … Continue reading →

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Popping your Kitty

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Michael J. Melville

Three years ago, after a night long Peyote Ceremony of the Native American Church, a dip in the hot springs and some food, I returned to my pickup truck.  Much to my delight I found my young friend laying in … Continue reading →

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