Between Hello and Goodbye

by Emma Scott

For Teresa, who helped me to see the sun behind every storm cloud. With love.

Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation. —Rumi

At best, it’s a bunch of people showing off filtered photos of their lives and pretending they’re happier than they actually are. At worst, it’s a virtual townhall to bitch and moan and treat opinions like facts instead of the polished turds that they are.”

“The aloha spirit is the harmony between the mind and heart within us. It asks us to come to ourselves and to extend good feelings toward others. It’s compassion and care with no expectation of return.”

Each time, you happen to me all over again. —Edith Wharton, The Age of Innocence