Leaps and Bounds

Leaps and Bounds

The Surprise Reward of Small Steps Success almost always comes after taking many, many small steps in the right direction. But occasionally, those small steps morph into an unexpected leap and bound forward. At times, the leap and the bound are only recognized in...
I Rise

I Rise

A reminder for tough mornings Early in the morning hours, Awakened by fears and anxiety, About the people and processes and purposes Of which I am attempting to manage and control… I rise. With a head full of doubt, And a heart full of worry, I lean in to the rhythms...
Transcending Circumstances

Transcending Circumstances

How are you living above the adversity? They didn’t ask for this. Parkinson’s was not on their bucket list, or anywhere on their life map for that matter. They are just as frustrated as anyone else about the bothersome symptoms. But. Everyone should have a...
From Critique to Appreciation

From Critique to Appreciation

Initiating the move to peace from within Have you slipped into the rut of constant critique? You know what I mean. I have done it too. Over the years with certain individuals I have become frustrated, and therefore slipped into a routine of constant critique. In other...
Loss

Loss

Paradoxical and disorienting When someone dies, a profound sense of loss emerges.  Sometimes it doesn’t emerge, rather it bolts into your conscience and takes over for hours,days, or weeks. A light has gone out.  Or, at least it seems like it. While the...