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Your mind is a garden.
Plant seeds of thought and harvest joy in daylilies, and in life. Honor pollinators in garden sanctuaries. This category is where I celebrate all things rooted in the earth. Check out The Daylily Garden Showcase, a slideshow of a few of my colorful flowers. More coming soon.

A thoughtful view on diversity, culture, and connection.
Explore the big-picture issues that shape our communities and inner lives through travel, history, current events, and personal reflections. Read about Don Caskey, the man whose photo is above, and LGBTQ+ Resources, a comprehensive list of websites in support of the LGBTQ+ community.

Songs, Soundtracks, and Musical Memories
From #MusicMonday to meaningful lyrics, this is where I post tunes I think you might recognize as award winners today, to ones that spark nostalgia—1980s Alternative, Classical-ish Favorites, and recently released rock/blues. The Classical-ish list is available on Apple Music. The picture above was Greg and me 30 years ago, a time of soundtracks.

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Art, Expression, and Creating Things That Matter
Dance, sculpture, encaustic, and what speaks to the soul. The Creative Current flows continuously because the spirit of art does, well. The image above is an abstract encaustic painting I created and displayed in an exhibition last year. Most of my work seems to lean towards abstract, figurative forms. More to come.

Books, Beliefs, and Big Ideas
A reflective space where ideas bloom. I face life’s profound questions, spiritual curiosity, and gratitude. Above is a photo of me taking a mindful moment after rock climbing. Climbing was very intentional activity and helped me get into that deep thought. Explore some ideas for a mindful life and more physical intentions in Bring Back You.

The everyday mess and magic.
Honest thoughts on parenting, transitions, and personal growth. The Beauty of Becoming might resonate with you. I’ve heard the phrase “tame the beautiful chaos,” but I don’t want to do that. Bring it on. Either way, it’s best to laugh like with Tommy Ryman in my favorite, Kale Chips Are Gross.

Bonus: Mindful morsels for your spirit. Affirmations, quotes, ideas, and thoughts from insightful individuals, alongside all religious texts and affiliations. Feel free to share.

Life with dogs, cats, and their humans.

I’m having so much fun with our new Lab puppy, Oliver. Joy, silliness, and embracing chaos, to start. I decided to start a new category called The Learning Lab — a place for notes, photos, and discoveries from life with dogs… and cats, when they say it’s okay.