When technology changes the rules, patience gets a workout. A reflection on curiosity, persistence, and life’s continuing lessons at any age.
What the Boxes Miss
From a child’s progress report to the generation gap, a reflection on the invisible boxes we create, the differences we notice, and our shared longing to be accepted just as we are.
Peace Is the Prize
The story behind Alfred Nobel and his Peace Prize leads to a more personal question. What if the peace we seek in the world begins with the peace we cultivate within ourselves?
Giving What We Can
A few hours at a bicycle fundraiser reminded me how much our communities depend on volunteers. Each of us has something to offer—and giving what we can brings connection and purpose into our own lives, too.
What Love Can Do
When a friend is facing a difficult time, I remember the kindness that carried me after Michael died. How can we pay attention and offer the help someone truly needs?
Make the Chili
A fall reflection on family photographs, treasured stories, and recognizing ordinary opportunities to show our love before it’s too late
When Love Overflows
Today’s Cuppa speaks to those precious, unpredictable times when love overflows in the middle of an entirely ordinary moment—catching us by surprise.
When the Music Changes
Life changes its rhythm through children, loss, caregiving, and retirement. A reflection on finding new footing and adapting when the music changes.
Beyond the Labels
Dolly Parton looked beyond appearances, circumstances, and labels to see beauty, intelligence, and possibility. She then used her music, humor, influence, generosity, and love to help others shine.
From Stones to Soup
A potluck for an old friend got me thinking about Stone Soup, the communities that have shaped my life, and what allows some relationships to continue long after the original connection has changed.