Tag Archives: Relationships

Self Respect

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Gretchen Venters

I have done a lot of learning and growing recently. So much that I haven’t had time or the energy to write never mind try to find the words to share them here. Some are far too personal to share. … Continue reading →

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Am I Worthy?

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

I have written a lot about touch recently and how important it is to me. I’ve talked about letting go. I’ve identified so many things to let go of. I’ve talked about how hard it is for me to let … Continue reading →

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Are We Friends?

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Main Entry: 1 Friend Pronunciation: \ˈfrend\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English frend, from Old English frēond; akin to Old High German friunt friend, Old English frēon to love, frēo free Date: before 12th century 1 a : one attached to … Continue reading →

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Tired of Thinking

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

I feel like sometimes its easy to lose sense of self when digging deep in self reflection. I know that I have spent countless hours on how to let go and how to change to become a better friend to … Continue reading →

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To Be Continued

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

I have never thought of myself as a public speaker. In fact, although I have always felt that I had a story to share, I always felt like more of a follower than a leader. Then I met you. All … Continue reading →

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Beyond Hello – My Aspergian Philosophy on Friendship

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

“My father says that almost the whole world is asleep. Everybody you know. Everybody you see. Everybody you talk to. He says that only a few people are awake and they live in a state of constant total amazement.” Joe … Continue reading →

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