There are far too many people missing, not able to bury, not able to become the mothers they may hope to, to just add another "hearts and flowers" Mother's Day message. I miss my own, and I am fortunate enough…
https://youtu.be/nhmoMm4AloQ This song captures so much of the range and fullness of emotion around us now. It has unbridled courage for those working on all front lines supporting our various needs, and putting their very lives and the lives of…
It may seem silly at a time like this, yet I got such remarkable news yesterday and it happened to coincide with finding my daughter's favorite stuffed animal. When I thought about how to share the news, the little guy…
A beautiful new book to begin in the middle of an unprecedented human crisis. Where life on our planet is shifting on so many levels, I chose this book from my library of blank journals to begin Volume LVII (57)…
With so many responses to this global pandemic, I seek out the clarity of science, compassion and consideration for those most vulnerable, and a deep connection to Spirit for the strength to bear whatever transpires. Good science is when the…
I know that at the moment this picture was taken, I could never have imagined a world without her. My mother's birthday has passed and with it new experiences of learning how to live in this world she no longer…
Lisa Saunders is one of those treasures that has unfortunately left the Connecticut shoreline, but in her wake, has left so many with rich memories and experiences. Having moved on to be closer to family, she will be missed but…
"More Than Remember" is the title of a song I wrote for Mothers Against Drunk Driving as it captured for me the essence of what memorials are. Remembering alone is not enough, we need to use the anniversary or memorial…
When I think about all the energy that is expended during the holiday season as the year is winding down, I reflect on how we make our way through our own cultural maps and rituals to find points of connection.…
It's been a year since I heard the call to learn of the ancient wisdom teachings of Shamanism. Since then I have studied, written, and practiced, intent on being the best person I am capable of being as I weave…