I like to talk about a thing I call a "practiced pause." Just a few moments of pausing allows me to consider a circumstance and take stock of what the best direction might be. Reactions tend to rise from habit and unconsidered action. A Response is considered and thoughtful. My actions are my own and I am, singularly, responsible for what I see, say, feel and exert.

Today... maybe I can take one step on that profoundly complex path to peace.

I recognize the delivery of grace to my day, even if I cannot identify a specific return address.

The boldness of endurance is the underline to almost every success.

Unexpected events can set you back or set you up. It's all a matter of - perspective.

Judgment and weariness are foes to service and generosity.

LOVE LETTERS TO YOURSELF This is taken from a love letter (a gentle reminder) I wrote to myself recently. Live in your joy today. Be authentic. Love yourself. First. Love others from your own abundance. Life Changes. Circumstances change. Sometimes you try to fit your old way of being into new circumstances rather than becoming new yourself. Embrace transformation as an opportunity. And keep on writing love letters to yourself.