I was going to write about something completely different. And the last few days of sadness asked me not to turn away. The 14th marked the anniversary of my mom’s transition. It also marked the anniversary of the murder of 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Add to that reports of …
It is the holiday season, and for some, it is the best time of the year. For others, it takes everything they have to get through it. And for many, it is a mix of both. Life is beautiful and messy, and this time of year brings that truth to the forefront in a very …
Have you ever paused to think about what you truly wish for? Not just fleeting wants, but those deep desires that make your heart beat a little faster when you imagine them. Some wishes unfold in ways we hope, while others take unexpected paths or never happen at all. For example, I once wished to …
This year feels like it is moving quickly to me. Thanksgiving is here, and the holiday season is in full swing. For many people, this time of year brings joy, connection, and traditions they look forward to. For others, it can stir up heaviness, loneliness, or memories of people and relationships that have shifted. I …
Aren’t firsts something? When they arrive in ways we hope for, they can feel magical. First kiss. First love. First romance. First job. First home. First births. Fresh beginnings. Moments that grow into friendships and chapters filled with hope and possibility. And then some firsts arrive in ways we never expected, or wanted. First heartbreak. …
Are you good with change? It probably depends on the change. The kind we choose feels different from the kind we don’t, even when it is necessary. I live in Chicago, and we had our first snowfall of the season yesterday. We’ve had snow in November before, but it still feels early. I wasn’t ready …
In much of the US, this past Sunday, we set our clocks back an hour as we returned to standard time. Spring ahead, fall back. It reminded me of the power of an hour. Sixty minutes. 3,600 seconds. Sometimes it feels just like the hour before or the one that follows. And yet, each hour …
I recently took a break and had a fun memory-making road trip with my two sisters. We drove around Lake Michigan for fall foliage, laughter, and adventure, and we sure had some. Along with the fact that I love getting away, road trips, and spending time with my sisters, I needed the break. I needed …
Have you ever noticed how your car seems to tell you when it needs a tune-up? My car alerts me at different mileage points to schedule a maintenance appointment. It’s a suggestion, not a requirement. You can continue to drive your car without scheduling it, but following the prompts can help it run smoother and …
Will you do me a favor? I want you to meet yourself. What do I mean by that, you ask? Our lives move fast. We jump from task to task, rarely pausing long enough to ask, How am I really doing? This is not a time for judgment or self-criticism. It is simply a moment …
