Every experience teaches you something. Even the bad experiences. Even the bad dates. From one, let’s say bleh rather than bad date I learned a very important name: Sara … Continue reading Waitress and #MeToo
Category: Beauty
The Mirror
“Come on dad. The store is going to close soon.” “Eliza, the store will be open tomorrow and the day after that and the day after that. Besides, I don’t … Continue reading The Mirror
Beloved
Twice this week I have been part of a story with true love in action. And in each instance it was the clasping of two hands that brought joyful tears … Continue reading Beloved
Pink Frost
“To all who come to this happy place – welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past and here youth may savor the challenge and … Continue reading Pink Frost
Party Favor
How do you remember a space? One that was a port in the storm after a season with tsunami, hurricane, tornado, and many prayerful nights. A building where the windows … Continue reading Party Favor
#52sparks: Something in a color you hate
Why is tie-dye a thing? The designs on the shirt never reflect the bright and bold colors promised on the “hot to” kit. No matter how much effort is put … Continue reading #52sparks: Something in a color you hate
#52sparks: Nature
The story of The Velveteen Rabbit is one about a stuffed animal discovering how much time and effort it takes to be real. “Real isn’t how you are made,’ … Continue reading #52sparks: Nature
Critical Life Skills, like Flirting
We all have strengths and weaknesses. All have areas of talent and other areas that just ain’t gonna happen. For example, at 5’5″ and 30-something years old, I am not … Continue reading Critical Life Skills, like Flirting
Redefining Strength
During a recent walk, I spotted these strong little flowers, surviving in the shadows. They were blooming between a multi-storied parking lot and a busy two-lane street. All along the … Continue reading Redefining Strength
All Things Bright and Beautiful
When the cherry blossoms appeared in Portland this March, the waterfront was filled with tourists capturing those perfect pictures. During the short window between the blooms sprouting and a rainstorm … Continue reading All Things Bright and Beautiful
Starting Line Miracles 