Welcome to my blog…

Written By Bruce Lisker

H
ey there. 👋🏻

I'm thrilled to have you join me on this exciting new journey. I don’t yet know what it’s going to look like – and yet, here we are.

Now I will say this; writing is one thing. Actually posting (or publishing) that writing is quite another. Even as I write this, I am battling the urge to scrap this whole blogging thing altogether.

Who the hell do you think you are? my inner critic shouts at me derisively... Some kind of a writer?!

Well yeah, actually... I AM a writer, thanks very much. And given that only a lack of guts on my part can take that away from me, I intend to hold on to the title with both hands, and to become a better writer each time I come to meet you here in this forum.

““Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.””
— Anaïs Nin

I intend to have the courage to show up here and write. My desire is to share my thoughts, experiences, and anything else of interest that might come up. I aim to create a space that's as warm and welcoming as a good conversation with a friend.

I hope to post somewhat regularly, so stay tuned! Maybe you'll find something here that sparks your interest, makes you think, or simply gives you a good laugh.

So welcome to my little adventure. Here's hoping you'll find a bit of joy in every post.

Cheers! 🌟

Abstract image generated by Dall-E. Full disclosure.
Bruce Lisker

In 1983 my mother was attacked and left for dead in our family’s suburban California home. Though I was the one who discovered her and called for help, I was framed by the LAPD, convicted for her murder, and spent 26 years in state prison before proving my innocence in 2009, and being released.

As an exoneree I have experienced incredibly soaring highs, as well as some very difficult times since my release. I remain – as I hope always to be – grateful for every moment of every day of my freedom.

I share the story of what happened to my family and me in hopes of helping others. In a world where fear, hatred, and paranoia are not just sources of pain and suffering, but these days real, exigent threats to our survival as a nation, a community, a global population and perhaps even as a species, my journey stands as testament to the enduring power of hope, healing, and love, of forgiveness and gratitude. These basic principles, I firmly believe, are the only way forward.

By embracing understanding and exhibiting compassion, we can bridge the social divisions presently threatening to tear us apart. I hope my experience may serve as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit is able to triumph over adversity and hatred, and that unity, kindness, and love are the beacons that will guide us forward towards a brighter, more inclusive future.

https://brucelisker.com
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