I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • February

    February is my favorite because it feels like the beginning of hope because the snow starts melting, even if the temperature around me is still cold.

  • January

    My favorite month of the year is January because January holds the opportunity to start over without judgment.

  • December

    December is my favorite month because endings don’t feel as scary with lights and warmth around them.

  • October

    October is my favorite month because it’s dramatic in the most beautiful way.

  • August

    August is my favorite because of its quiet warmth. It is the kind of warmth that remains within the soul for an extended period of time.

  • July

    I like July because it feels like laughter echoing across long afternoons.

  • June

    June is my favorite because everything feels bright, even on cloudy days.

  • April

    April feels like I’m awakening from something long and heavy.

  • March

    My favorite month is March because it holds the first warm day like a secret gift.

  • February

    February is my favorite month of the year because it feels like survival and softness at the same time.