Category: On Life & Love

Dear Beach, I think about you all the time. You have always responded to these thoughts with thoughts of your own. On my morning walks, you meet me with soft lapping waves and a wondrous backdrop for meditative thoughts. On a hot island afternoon, your sun warms my shoulders and delivers manatees that float by

On a recent walk along New York City’s famed linear pedestrian park “The High Line”, I came across some stirring art.  It was an image of the word LOVE spelled in English in large stack letters. Of course, I truly embraced the message this piece of art evoked for, I believe, Love is the greatest

I came across a compelling photo of my granddaughter the other day sitting on the floor of her gym and the first word that came to mind was resilience. This is not such an odd thought to have, this child was made from material that when stretched will bounce back to its original shape. That

It is really quite simple.  The idea that happiness is elusive or just beyond our grasp is flawed.  Anyone can become happy no matter their circumstance.  The secret is called giving. Do you know how you feel when you’ve done something nice for someone and they show immense gratitude?  You are tickled right down deep

I spent some time in conversation this week with a lovely person from an older generation. This means that the gal was in her nineties as I am racking up birthday digits more rapidly than I’d care to admit! The visit with this fine woman put me in mind of the vast differences between our

Tiger Woods is the epitome of a young person getting their life back on track after a fall from grace. Decisions made from youth and fame can do that; knock someone off the pedestal and rob them of their true destiny. Tiger’s return to his spiritual calling is not only something very special to witness,

It is the quiet days that come in the beginning of a new year that gives one a chance to reflect. There is a line from my first book, Cerebrations, that goes…”When I come home to the farm, I find how beautiful it is to do nothing, and then rest afterwards.” That statement, borrowed from an

I have been fortunate to connect with so many of you this year. Thank you for the love and nourishment that you have extended me. I am most thankful for the influences I have had; the teachers and scholars that I have followed that have helped mold my view so I could be more easily

I spent the early morning hours looking back over the past twelve months of 2023. I like the sentiment it stirred in my heart and soul. In our tribe, we gave witness to the birth of two new souls. And by receiving these children, we were blessed in receiving in-law families who will also carry

Faith isn’t just about religion; it is about holding a confident belief that does not rest on logical proof or material evidence. Most of us practice faith every day without even realizing it. For example – when you practice forgiveness – there is faith in that; when you place your trust in someone – faith