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“Cultural wisdom says 'Don't quit your day job.' Yet I think these desires represent our psyche's stretch toward wholeness. And to be whole, as many religious tranditions teach, is to make manifest a unique face of God in the world. We don't want to be irresponsible, yet for every accountant who deserts his family and sails for Tahiti, ten American men have heart attacks at their desks, after hours.”

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Mary Rose O'Reilley

Mary Rose O'Reilley, born in 1944, is an accomplished poet known for her profound emotions and unique style. Her poetry has won widespread acclaim and has had a significant impact on readers. more

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