For the past few days, I've been enjoying some family time with my sister, brother-in-law, and nephews. It's a change of pace to come to the midwest and not immediately rush to a nursing home to see one of my parents. With Daddy's funeral and our parents' cemetery interment still a few weeks away, … [Read more...] about On Anger: Heart-Changing Wisdom from Grindelwald
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Daddy’s Girl
It's been quiet around here for the past month. When I logged in today to try to break my silence with just a bit of blogging, tears splashed across my keyboard and I had to again step away for a while. Those of you who journey with me on social media will understand that the death of Daddy, on … [Read more...] about Daddy’s Girl
Field of Honor® at Mission San Juan Capistrano
Yesterday, I had the distinct honor of attending the opening of the 2021 Field of Honor® at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Having grown up in Orange County, I fondly remember family visits to the Mission. But it's been years since I've been back to the historic site founded by Father Junipero Serra … [Read more...] about Field of Honor® at Mission San Juan Capistrano
Tiger Tribe: Australian Creative Toys that Keep on Giving
One of my goals for 2021 is to become more deeply in touch with the creative elements of my soul that I've ignored in the past. For the past few days, I've been dabbling in watercolors, reading a work on spiritual writing, and just generally trying to stop, notice, and give thanks for the beauty of … [Read more...] about Tiger Tribe: Australian Creative Toys that Keep on Giving
Grab “I Am God’s Storyteller” for Only $6
I'm happy to share that my children's book "I Am God's Storyteller" is currently on sale for only $6 per book through my publisher, Paraclete Press. Typically $17.99, this hardcover book is beautifully illustrated by my creative partner Eric Carlson. I believe it would make a lovely gift for any … [Read more...] about Grab “I Am God’s Storyteller” for Only $6
09/11/01: We Remember
Today, I went searching in my writings for memories of September 11, 2001. For our little family, living in Fresno, California at the time, the tragedy was far removed. It happened before my involvement with blogging and social media usage, so I can't easily access words I would have written that … [Read more...] about 09/11/01: We Remember
The Gift of Story with Dr. Judy Ho
Friends, I'm happy to share the "Instagram Live" session I recorded today with Dr. Judy Ho. Dr. Judy is a licensed and triple board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist and the author of the fantastic new book Stop Self-Sabotage: Six Steps to Unlock Your True Motivation, Harness Your Willpower, and … [Read more...] about The Gift of Story with Dr. Judy Ho
The Power of Storytelling
I absolutely LOVE Pope Francis' message for World Communications Day which relates to the importance of Storytelling. Last year, I wrote a little book called "I Am God's Storyteller" which offers this message for children. Our goal with this book was to equip children to share the greatest story of … [Read more...] about The Power of Storytelling
Of 9/11… The Stories We Tell
It happens to us reflexively on a day like today. With the first glance at a calendar, in the earliest moments of our waking consciousness, our mind goes to that moment. The moment we saw, or heard, or for some of us physically experienced the forever-changing of the world as we know … [Read more...] about Of 9/11… The Stories We Tell