Recognizing Grief in a Job Loss

The world feels a bit upside right now. It feels unpredictable and raw and weird. There is so much to … More

A Startling Moment of Clarity

Thursday has always been my favorite day of the week. In my current work schedule, it’s my “Friday” (the last … More

In the late afternoon, well into the first day of my weekend, I feel overwhelmed and melancholy. My kitchen needs … More

This time of year can really be a metaphor for any time when we hide our true selves. When was the last time you hid behind a facade?

In our family, there is an oft-told story about me when I was two or three years old. I was … More

Discomfort. I have been thinking about this quite a bit. Sometimes discomfort is a synonym for pain or numbness. Pain … More

Let me first say that I love to cook. However, there are times when I don’t want to cook. There are … More

Opie has been gone three years. I still miss him, but I’m not sad anymore, just grateful. We all have … More