Watching strangers and witnessing a country rally in times of hardship instills me with a deep sense of pride and patriotism. Together we stand for something greater than our own individual beliefs. It’s hard to make sense of random acts of violence. It’s especially difficult when the violence is directed towards an entire group of people specifically targeted for their […]
Life in the Slow Lane – Delays are With Intention
For most of us, learning to appreciate, and even accept the slow lane is a trained talent. Waiting, be it checking out at the grocery store or getting through the stop light, tends to be a frustrating experience. Just last week I was flying to Atlanta for a business meeting, and found myself irritated at the people in the security line who […]
Right Here Right Now – Accept What Is Today
My sister came to visit this past weekend and we got to talking about challenges, setbacks, and disappointments. We all have them – and as much as we wish we were immune – we have them for a reason. When I’m in a difficult or undesirable situation, I tell myself that I am here in this particular predicament, in this […]