The Weight of Wings Has Landed (Kindle Now, Paperback Soon!)

Some news from me (and my furry co-stars): Today, The Weight of Wings officially takes flight on Kindle! The paperback will be flapping its way into the world in just a couple of days. If you’ve been following along, you know this book of poetry was written through a year of change, loss, and endings. …

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The Rawness of Right Now

I'll spare you the pics, but I was stung on the finger by a wasp yesterday and my hand literally blew up. Nine hours later, as the swelling crept toward my elbow, I went to urgent care. Thank God for steroid shots — it’s looking much better today. It’s been a rough year with loss …

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Practicing Self-Compassion and Forgiveness: A Guide to Healing Within

This subject has been my toughest lesson of my life. My twenties was not a joy ride. I pretended it was when I declared that college was my country club. In truth I was battling demons which continued throughout that decade. I write more about this in my memoir, P.E. for the Soul. However, to …

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With Love and Intention: My Courses are Here!

It’s here! After decades of personal growth, healing, and guiding others, I’ve created two powerful online courses! These courses are designed to help you reconnect with your true self, deepen your relationships, and walk your path with clarity. This is a soft launch, shared with love and intention. If you or someone you love is …

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“I Found My Voice” Song

Based on my poem, "Sweet Spot" from my book, As the Dust Settles. https://youtu.be/-YB4cx65ezg?si=WgKYf2p0QNkP1W21

Self Worth

What have you been working on? Growing in life is an endless journey. I've been working on - or having fun with - my poetry, writing and various videos. With challenges in different teacher roles, I've been working on seeing what's directly in front of me and asking, "how is this serving me?" There are …

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Freedom

What does freedom mean to you? Freedom is making the choice to live authentically. There will always be people who: Don't wish you well. They might even hope you fail. Want you to live in their perceived idea of who you are. Don't support your decisions or accept who you are. See the worst in …

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Our Confidence Changes

Who is the most confident person you know? All of us are confident...and then insecure. It is not black and white but changes with the ebb and flow of the tides. Our confidence changes moment to moment. Each of us experience both confidence and insecurity. We might be participating in an activity or job we …

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Show up for life

Daily writing promptWhat strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?View all responses Depression can hit me hard. I often find that when I am in a negative space, I look at what I have been thinking and saying to myself. I will usually find that my inner critic has taken a hold of …

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Podcast: Connecting to your Inner Guide

Go on a little journey to connect with your Inner Guide, that part of you who can see all, knows all and can see the big picture. This is a relaxing and guided meditation to awaken to the love and light that you are and connect to your inner wisdom. Podcast: Connecting to your Inner …

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