Every day I consciously look for moments of magic in the midst of my often busy, sometimes crazy days. I hope my moments inspire you to look for your own…
When your child becomes your life coach, it often happens quietly – in ordinary conversations, unexpected questions, and moments when we least expect to be taught. As January unfolds, I always find myself pausing to reflect on where I am, what I’m hoping for, and what it might be time to leave behind. Lately, I’ve … Continue Reading
What to say when you don’t know what to say is a question many of us find ourselves asking – especially as the holiday season approaches and emotions run closer to the surface. This past November, I had the privilege of presenting at the annual Hand to Hold Mental Health Conference. My session centered around a … Continue Reading
Uncertainty and grace have been constant companions in my life, especially as Thanksgiving approaches and milestones arrive. As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself feeling especially reflective. Our daughter, Andie – who arrived at just 25 weeks – turns 25 years old on Thanksgiving Day. Sometimes it feels like just yesterday I was sitting beside her isolette … Continue Reading
A reflection on presence, parenting, and the quiet power of being seen Over the summer, I found myself reflecting on one of the most valuable lessons I learned as a young mother… A Simple Shift When my daughter was small, she would sometimes grow fussy or unsettled, and I would rush to figure out the … Continue Reading
As I type this, I’m sitting on the coast of New Hampshire in my son’s winter rental. He’s off teaching a flight lesson, and I’m here with the dogs, waiting for him to return so we can make breakfast. I’m doing my best to stay sitting in the corner of his couch, resisting the urge … Continue Reading
Seventeen years ago, we moved into our New Hampshire home. Nestled against the back stone wall was a black walnut tree, a quiet, unassuming presence that had been there long before us. Its sparse branches gave it a sculptural beauty, and though it wasn’t the healthiest tree, it thrived in its own way, offering a … Continue Reading
Sometimes, if you allow yourself to be guided, you just may find connection in unexpected moments. That’s exactly what happened to me. It was at the end of this summer, on a typical Sunday evening, I was running my end-of -the-weekend trash drop off to our local landfill. My plan was to swing by the … Continue Reading
I believe staying curious and inspired is one of the best ways to keep yourself young and vital. It’s a common question I get in my coaching practice – How do I stay Inspired? As all my coaching clients know, I love to teach through story. So here’s one of my favorites! When we first … Continue Reading
I don’t know about you, but I find seasonal shifts challenging, in particular, summer to fall. What about you? Are You Ready for a Seasonal Shift? Here we are, into the second half of September, and truth be told, I’m still clinging to August and pretending summer isn’t over. I do it every year. It’s … Continue Reading
I recently had an a moment that reminded me it was time to stop waiting and start living. It all began not too long ago when I saw a beautiful sundress online… The sundress was way more expensive than I would usually spend. Yet for a week I left it in the shopping cart and … Continue Reading
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