Perhaps the current narrative of our world could be vastly changed, if every individual, including myself, did all they could to put words from screen writer/author Dodinsky at the top of their what matters most list. He shares many fine…
One of my author friends, who is also known as The Accidental Country Pastor often shares in video broadcasts what she envisions for growing her ministry at Old Stone Well Farm. Every time she mentions it, I can't help but…
About five years ago, I was ready to wrap up my volunteering services at a wonderful place in Steamboat Springs, Colorado and move to Maryland to caretake my two elderly parents in the final phase of their lives. At…
The most productive part of my day is always the morning. I wake eager to get out the door for my morning walk, except in winter. Especially as I've aged. Oh, I'm still eager to "get at it" the moment…
Today is the first day of Epiphany on the religious calendar but truly, a personal epiphany can come at any time if we are quiet and listen. One night leading up to Christmas after darkness had settled, I lit my…
This summer I visited a community like no other I have ever been to. I loved every moment of the special outing with my loved ones, including my two and a half year-old granddaughter. The neighborhood, deep in the forest,…
I have found out through experience living a creative life never takes a break. Writers go through life looking at things with eyes, ears and hearts wide-open being energized by a variety of experiences, many of which are just ordinary.…
I've gotten such joy watching a little girl, who is featured in videos posted on social media. She is about the age of my little granddaughter ( between two to three years old) and is a little tow-head too. Her…
With careful observation, we can learn things from all animals, great and small. I have been fascinated by many of my little budgie's behaviors. Let me tell you - as some people may think, she is not just a twitter-witted…
We always have choices. One being continuing to grow or staying stuck in the same ole, same ole. Learning a new skill or finding a new creative outlet or experiencing something that is outside of our comfort zone is healthy,…