Here’s where the blog unfolds.

A little of The Road Not Taken, waiting to be discovered.

  • Little girl with flower in her hair

    Flower Child

    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 #FlowerFriday videos.

  • Man with many tattoos

    One World, Many Stories

    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. Don Caskey (above) is about connection.

  • Stacy Jo and her husband taking a drive in the mountains

    The Soundtrack of Us

    Songs, Soundtracks, and Musical Memories
    From #MusicMonday to meaningful lyrics, this is where tunes spark nostalgia and speak to the spirit. 1980s Alternative, Classical Favorites, and Hard Rock Selections. Most will eventually be on Spotify for you to share.

  • Stacy Jo's encaustic painting "An Angel Takes Wing"

    The Creative Current

    Art, Expression, and Creating Things That Matter
    Dance, sculpture, encaustic, and what speaks to the soul. The Creative Current flows continuously. This is an abstract encaustic painting I made and displayed in an exhibit last year.

  • Me meditating after a climb

    Thought Garden

    Books, Beliefs, and Big Ideas
    A reflective space where ideas bloom. I face life’s profound questions, spiritual curiosity, and gratitude. At times, I provide a prompt for us to follow, and I’ve compiled lists of books to add to your reading list. Above is me taking a mindful moment after rock climbing with Greg.

  • Kale for sale in grocery basket

    Life, Unfiltered

    The everyday mess and magic.
    Honest thoughts on parenting, transitions, personal growth, and learning to let go. A post written about any beautiful, complicated moment in time. You’ll either know just what I’m talking about or be happy to know what’s coming next. Either way, it’s best to laugh.