Kathryn, 23 years ago, you suddenly appeared at my office doorway and as we started dating, I told you I would hold you with an open hand. It was my way of saying, I am committed and yet if this relationship is not working, you are free to move on. During the next three years…
It happens without warning It happens without trying It only happens in the present moment. When it does happen, I look back and realize, All worries were somewhere not to be found It was a momentary exchange with another There was total focus in the moment I spoke from a completely open heart. A smile…
William Blake said, “The deeper the sorrow, the greater the joy.” Reflecting on this thought brings me to a realization of the “Yes, And” that is present in my life today: Yes, the sorrow finds its way routinely into my life these days. And along the way, there is truly developing, more space between…
How do I still speak of sadness, when I was sure it had already been as deep as it could be? How do I even begin to help you understand the new depth of what is present? How can I find the courage to dig even deeper into my reservoir of resilience, that I was…
I feel the crisp cool air touching my skin I feel the warmth of the bright sun overhead I feel the earth I am sitting on, firm and nurturing. I sense my own vibrancy coming from within. I smell the dampness of the ground below me I smell the straw scattered around nearby I…
