By Charanna Alexander
For many of us, 2020 hammered home the importance of community. We found that the support of our friends, family and loved ones (near and far) carried us through difficult days and moments of despair.
Logan Ury, the author of this week’s Modern Love essay, writes that her circle of support became a lifeline when her partner was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer. Her partner’s health, coupled with the isolation of the pandemic, led them to a cohousing arrangement where they weathered the storm with their new, bigger family.
When Irene Sibaja and Hal Karp met in 1993, they fell for each other fast. But their whirlwind romance was cut short after she moved to Costa Rica for a year. After their breakup, Mr. Karp, who had hidden his addiction to both alcohol and drugs, obtained multiple credit cards in Ms. Sibaja’s name and charged more than $10,000. His betrayals ripped them apart for decades. Then, Ms. Sibaja reached out after hearing him on a podcast. He offered an apology. She gave him the gift of forgiveness. They were married at the Temple Emanu-El in Dallas on Dec. 6.
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It may be a new year, but in many ways, we are still dealing with the hurdles of 2020. During these times of stress and uncertainty, taking care of yourself is important. Here are a few tips to help you make your well-being a priority this year.
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