I have this very distinct memory of playing in the backyard at my parents’ house. White flowers with soft petals had grown taller than the neatly cut grass in the … Continue reading Who defines beauty?
Category: Beauty
Make a Wish
Although it wasn’t my first time at an event for students, it was my first time where the room seemed just perfect. Events for students are usually in clean and … Continue reading Make a Wish
Breaking Through
I once had a job where I hit my head on the (metaphorical) ceiling so often that I wondered if I’d end up with a permanent bruise or bump. There … Continue reading Breaking Through
Filtering Reality
There’s a corner in my neighborhood that I walk or run past several times a week. I take photographs there at least once a month as flowers, trees, and clouds … Continue reading Filtering Reality
Little Bird
What do you see Little Bird? I see sunlight. I see cars driving past. I see a breeze waving leaves on the grassy front lawn. But you see something more. … Continue reading Little Bird
Something Sacred
During a class discussion two weeks ago, a student questioned why we should spend millions, or possibly billions, of dollars rebuilding Notre Dame when that money could be spent on … Continue reading Something Sacred
Hidden in Plain Sight
For my classes, I always try to be the first one in the door and the last one out. I want the chance to settle myself, and all of my … Continue reading Hidden in Plain Sight
#52sparks: Your favorite type of weather
Four years ago I had the joy of traveling to Florida for my brother Randy’s wedding. It was a wonderful celebration, with lots of Disney elements which is perfect for … Continue reading #52sparks: Your favorite type of weather
#52sparks: Hair
In shops at the coast it’s common to see cute signs and trinkets that are just begging to be plucked off the shelf and added to the knick-knacks in your … Continue reading #52sparks: Hair
#52sparks: A lock and key
I’ve read stories about a bridge in Paris where couples will hook a lock into the side, and then toss the key into River Seine below. There are so many … Continue reading #52sparks: A lock and key
Starting Line Miracles 