Our Stories
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Building Bridges
Word by Word
Building Bridges Word by Word aims to be a space where we can share our stories and discover what connects us. But we can’t do it without you. Come join us.
Sharing Our Stories
Discovering What Connects Us
We live in challenging times. Every day, we see signs of how polarized we are and how our divisions seem to grow ever wider, ever deeper, ever louder. Yet, many of us long for a way through this turmoil, for a way to bridge our divides. To do so, we need safe spaces where we can step back from these rifts, listen to each other’s stories, and discover that no matter how different we may be, we have many of the same fears, hopes, and dreams.
Read the Stories and meet the people who wrote them.
Click on the cards below to read stories inspired by poetry, sayings, quotes, or songs. Wander around and see which stories speak to you. You might find a story that reminds you of something that happened to you. Or perhaps there’s one that focuses on a saying you heard long ago, but it meant something completely different to you and now you’re hearing it in a new way. Or maybe their song, the one they wrote about, is also your song. Whatever the case may be, each story is a piece of the bridge we are building together.
Read the Stories and Meet the People Who Wrote Them
Wander around and see which stories speak to you. Each story contributes to our collective experiences, creating a bridge of shared understanding.
Share Your Story and Be a Bridge Builder
Reflect on a meaningful saying, quote, song or poem. It could be a favorite saying, a quote that inspires or challenges you, or a heart-touching song or poem.
Guidelines for Stories
Reflect on how the words express your beliefs, anchor you in an uncertain world, or aid you in grieving, healing, celebrating, empathizing, and gaining new perspectives.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about getting involved and telling your story, please do not hesitate to contact us at buildingbridgeswbw@gmail.com.