Martin Luther said, “Let’s build bridges, not walls.” We can layer our differences like so many bricks until we’re unable to see those with whom we disagree. Or…we can pick up the much more pliable construction material called common ground and use it to connect …
There’s a danger in blogging no one told me about. It’s the same danger that plagues all teachers and leaders, those who are passionate about explaining truths and guiding others. Spoiler: the threat has nothing to do with freakishly large crocodiles or mutant caterpillars bent …
You know how youtube makes you watch those ads? Of course you know. I usually have my finger poised to click the “skip” button like a trigger-happy Annie Oakley. But this Kate Spade ad made me stop. Each of the women in this video were …
Four+ days in a cabin with 10 adults and 7 children has taught me many things: don’t put your cup of water down without marking it as yours; be cautious of trying to use the bathroom during a game of hide-and-seek; and if you play …
I would so enjoy the moment right now if it weren’t for that next glittery thing just beyond my reach. The now is filled with the mundane, the commonplace, the grit of reality. Laundry. Doctor’s appointments. Weight to lose. A soul dream not fully realized. The “next” holds promise of magic, …
I’m proud of my Home Country. But it’s not the one you’re thinking of. My Home isn’t subject to geographical boundary lines. It doesn’t belong to one race or culture, but encompasses all. It doesn’t diminish or even elevate some individuals over others- it is …
I still remember the first day I met Maura Eckels, my guest blogger for today. We were at a mutual friend’s graduation party and her sweet love of children found her gravitating towards the playground where I was swinging my kiddos. From the first conversation, I could …
I’ve been friends with this month’s “Friend Post” blogger for over ten years! (That can’t be right, I’m not that old. And yet…hm…) From the time I met her, I’ve watched Audrey Beatty pour her heart and passion into helping others in community. She’s very …
We navigated through the crowded woodland-themed lobby towards the canopied exit. As we pushed the double doors open, fresh air filled our lungs and though the warm spring sun was fading, we caught whimsical glimpses of its reflection on birds flying high above. We exhaled. …
For my birthday this past month, I dressed up 80’s style and enjoyed a murder mystery party with a bunch of friends. It was a bizarre mix of wandering fake accents, stuffed mushrooms, sweat bands and the realization that my natural hair volume doesn’t really …