Her words have been echoing through my mind, circling like a gentle but persistent breeze that won’t settle. And I keep asking myself–can that really be true? Can two things be true at once?
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Reframing Rejection: The gift in being told “no”
When was the last time you were told “no”? As a two year old, I might have argued with a defiant “yes,” burst into tears, or even thrown myself on the floor, kicking and screaming. But as a
Beyond the Bracket: Embracing Life’s Full Spectrum
Recently, while filling out a March Madness bracket, I was acutely aware of the either/or mindset it requires. I had to select one team or another, one business or another–forcing a black and whi
Bringing Disney Magic Home: Lessons in Kindness, Joy and Movement
The night sky lit up with fireworks and magical lights, while the air filled with music and the wonder of story. The evening shows at Disney World are my favorite, and my recent trip was no excepti
Embracing the Holiday Spirit: Memories, Joy, and Imperfection
My Christmas tree embodies some of the best parts of my life, and looking at it truly brings me cheer. Similarly, the best parts of me come alive when I’m with my grandson. Yet, even as I celebra
Embracing Winter: Finding Warmth in the Cold
It’s been a beautiful fall with mild temperatures and vibrant, colorful leaves. But in the last few days, there’s been a shift. The temperatures have begun to drop, and this morning, I woke to
Shedding the Cape: Letting go of Expectations
In light of this renewed awareness–that life is fragile and tomorrow is not guaranteed–I’ve begun to rethink my “superwoman complex,” I deeply desire to shed the cape and stop pretending
Finding perspective in the night sky
We’ve all been there. I was offended. Something that was done to me left me feeling hurt and frustrated. The way I was treated felt profoundly wrong, yet I found myself at a loss for what to do a
My Sunglasses Collection: Seeing the world through different lenses
I own three pairs of sunglasses, each offering a unique view of the world. One pair, designed for water, has blue lenses that reduce glare and tine everything slightly blue. Another pair has browni
August: A month of hope and renewal
August holds special significance for me. It’s my birth month, a time I love to celebrate. It’s when my life began. But there’s more to it. Eight years ago, in August, I found a renewed will