To choose love over fear, is to love unconditionally, and recognize that what we have in common transcends our differences. But to choose love over fear does not dictate a partnership. It may dictate parting ways.… More

Swimsuit photo at 66 during vacation (a little late for my birthday). With each year, each day, each breath, comes more awareness. We have a lifetime to grow into our Godseed. And I am so grateful for the grace, the nudges, and the choices that manifest that growth. I may have a long way to go, but I’m still at it. … More

Dear Friends,

I’m sitting at my computer. It’s 1:00 AM. Later this morning, I will drop my mom off for respite care and begin a vacation. I can only TRY to imagine a day without acting as a full-time caregiver. And that means I need a day off. There is a two-week minimum. So, I get 14.

Most of those days I’ll stay home, my favorite place to be. I’ll be able to visit Mom every few days, but I’ll also be able to visit other places a couple days at a time. No matter how much I love Mom, no matter how much I love my home, I need a break. And so do you.

I don’t know what that looks like for you. But try to imagine how it feels. And try not to take a break, without really taking one.

Love smiles on you,… More