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The Unexpected Joys of My New Book's First Story Time
I've been to many story times. Since our daughter was a babe, we'd pop in to children's story time readings at our local library in and in the area. But this story time was different. THIS was my first time hosting a story time for my new children's book, "My Body, Mind, and Me".
And goodness, was it special!
Aug 43 min read


What Politics Have To Do With My New Children's Book
If we teach children that all beings have a light within them that is worthy of shining, they cansee beyond the differences of our bodies and minds. Or perhaps, even better, see how these differences actually make the world a better place.
Jul 283 min read


My First Farmer's Market
Taking a deep breath as I settled into our car after packing up my booth, I brought my hands up to massage my sore cheek muscles. Releasing the tension in my masseters, the realization of why they were so sore hit me. They were sore from smiling! Not from the forced kind of smiling, but from four hours of grinning from ear to ear, delighted to be connecting with such warm and kind humans in Cedar Falls, Iowa. From those who took the time to pause and skim my books or bring ho
May 274 min read


The Unexpected Tale of Rosie & Mabel: A Parable from Raising Chickens
Leadership isn't simply the act of sitting in a position of power. True leaders of our natural world ensure their entire group is fed and protected. They put their own well-being on the line to ensure it, and prioritize the needs of the most vulnerable members of their flock. Raising chickens holds surprising lessons...
Apr 224 min read


Naked Truths: The Power of Community
Landynne embraced courage. That was her choice, nobody else's. Her light (and yours) shines regardless of who chooses to see it.
Mar 104 min read


Put Us All Together, We Make a Mighty Roar
Glancing all around me as my arms lifted to the familiar music, I saw nothing but joy. Bliss. Presence. Open-hearted love was radiating...
Mar 34 min read


The Bald Eagle Who Spoke to Me
He was strong and majestic, and looking directly into my soul. Perched atop this long tree was an incredible Bald Eagle...
Feb 34 min read


When River Spirits Speak: Water Remembers
I've always been drawn to the water. Water remembers. Moving waters, whether the most gentle, trickling stream or a powerful and full...
Jan 274 min read


This Inauguration Day... Be a Bubble
This inauguration day and beyond, may you be a bubble. Odd sounding advice? Perhaps... but here's why this is exactly the practice you need.
Jan 203 min read


Focus on the Branch
Discover how to use the wisdom of the squirrel to bring your goals, dreams, and visions to life.
Jan 64 min read


Counting My Top 5 Failures of 2024: Unexpected Lessons of the Year
It's that time of year again! As we come to the end of another year already, you'll see myself and many others reflecting on their year....
Dec 30, 20249 min read


A Letter to Those Who Voted for Trump
We love you. And you love us. Which is why this election hurts so much. Choose to seek understanding and connection over division.
Nov 12, 20246 min read


The Simple Way to Solve Our World's Problems
Amidst all the overwhelm of pain in this world, we're only one choice away from fixing our world's problems... and it's not how you'd think.
Oct 21, 20245 min read


Disappointment, What Rejection REALLY Means & How to Embrace Emotional Healing
I woke up Friday morning antsy to check my email, though I knew it would likely be a few hours before I'd receive what I'd been waiting...
Oct 14, 20243 min read


The Most Valuable Resource I Refuse to Squander
It's been a couple of weeks since you've seen a new blog post from me! Where my past self may have felt guilty and been hard on myself...
Oct 9, 20243 min read


How Are You Feeling, Empath? 3 Simple Questions to Lift Your Spirits
Explore these 3 questions to better understand your state of wellness, and empower yourself to feel greater joy and peacefulness
Sep 10, 20243 min read


Privilege, Fear, and Elections Coming Near
True leadership empowers others with a feeling of "we can do this because we're better together, differences and all".
Jul 23, 20245 min read


The Thing We Forget About Death: Healing Through the Loss of a Loved One
As many beautiful humans within my circle mourn lost loved ones, we reflect on something beautiful... the thing we forget about death.
Jul 17, 20244 min read


The Patriot
As we journey into July together and Independence day celebrations begin, I invite you to consider this poem and the true meaning of patriot
Jul 1, 20242 min read


The Dandelion & Other Good Things We're Taught Not to Love
We may have been taught that dandelions are nothing but a weed... yet they hold so many benefits. Let's consider our commonalities with th
May 20, 20244 min read
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