There’s room in the van!
I grew up on mountain road trips in a unicorn-decorated van, tagging along as my parents visited artists and practiced mindfulness in Unitarian retreats. Those beginnings shaped this space, where I share brief stories, ideas, and everyday magic—art, nature, culture, and the beautiful chaos of family life.
Global Ethics and The Golden Rule
The Parliament of the World's Religions is an interfaith gathering where people from diverse religious backgrounds explore how different traditions can collaborate to address global issues.
Living a Mindful and Intentional Life.
This post, which presents ten ideas, serves as my guide for living a mindful and intentional life. #5. Cherish your people is pictured. Shelly and I have been friends for a very long time, and we laugh a lot when we are together.
Tattoo #196: A Chance Encounter
A Stranger’s Request, A Personal Decision
Greg and I kept returning to the same thought: This was a human being, asking for time, for meaning, for presence. It wasn’t just about ink; it was about living by what we believe.
Love Loudly: A Resource Guide for Supporting LGBTQ+
🌈 June is Pride Month, but support for the LGBTQ+ community should extend all year long. Whether you’re a parent, friend, educator, or ally—your love, education, and presence matter.
Our Power, Our Planet. World Earth Day 2025
It's already World Earth Day 2025! There's so much happening in the world that it feels overwhelming. This year's theme is "Our Power, Our Planet."
Neo-Hippies and Bohemians and Hippie Chicks, oh my!
From neo-hippies to bohemians to self-proclaimed Hippie Chicks, today’s free spirits are redefining what it means to live authentically, consciously, and creatively.
Peace, Love, and The Culture of Us
This video featuring Yo-Yo Ma beautifully communicates messages of peace, love, and beauty in diversity that resonate within modern hippie culture.
Mountain Girl Meets Miami
Last month, I had the chance to take a trip to Miami. Since I’m a mountain and lake girl, I was ambivalent at first. When I arrived, I fell in love with the colors, palm trees, and diverse residents.