Words matter or word smatter? You decide.
Years ago when we were young and ambitious and thought we had a lot to prove, a friend of mine began to prepare a birthday celebration for his girlfriend. As on any birthday, the crown jewel of the celebration would be a cake, but this one would be her favorite flavor, made from scratch. Everything... Continue Reading →
Since I decided I needed to focus less on myself and more on making a difference to others, I've spent a lot of time trying to get my ducks in a row. In the past I've served charities that didn't hold my attention for long--not because they weren't worthy, but because I thought I could... Continue Reading →
When I made plans to join my son in Colorado for a ski weekend, I envisioned days of swooshing gracefully down mountain slopes celebrated by nightly dips in the hot tub to soothe happily sore muscles. After all, I told myself, I'm in pretty good shape, I have great athletic endurance, and I'm not afraid... Continue Reading →
The last time I wrote here, I made a bunch of promises--including a promise to write about the things I promised. Well, if you thought I forgot about that, you were wrong. I've been busy, albeit sporadically, trying to make good on those promises and learning lessons along the way. I'm going to break up my... Continue Reading →
Earlier this week, a woman I admire bravely hugged her 14YO son goodbye as he set off on a European adventure. Underneath a healthy dose of momma-trepidation, she's thrilled for him to have this experience. We've had a few conversations about what he'll gain from it, and I--for the millionth time--thought, We need more international youth... Continue Reading →
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