May You Flourish

As you sit back or wonder how and where you flourish, I wonder, “Have you put yourself in that place and circumstance?” I hope you discover and follow your whimsical dreams in the highest and best possible scenario. In the few hours, moments before the...

Despite the Noise

Today I witnessed a beautiful person in action, despite the noise of background stuff. My younger daughter Cynthia asked me if I would make a recording as she played the guitar and sang for making Christmas presents. I’m almost crying as I write this blog....

Friends, What Holds Value

When you look back at your friends, what holds value?  Compassion and kindness? A kind gesture when you needed it, such as a shoulder to cry on?  Celebrations? Perhaps your friend invited you to share a feast, great company, and lots of hugs.  What do you value in...

What Joy Can You Do in 5 Minutes?

How much joy is in your life? Do you have minutes, hours, days of joy? What joy can you do in five minutes? Please take a moment and ask yourself if something is missing … maybe joy. When I realized it, it was a day like any other. Something was missing. I...

Inspired by a Ferret

Have you ever been inspired by a person? How about inspired by a ferret? May I share some inspiration on courtesies I got from a ferret? People frequently feel frustrated by anger, crime, war, and the lack of respect for individuals. I’ve felt saddened as I...