Look at the picture to the left. What do you see? Is it an old, ugly, sad woman or a beautiful, young maiden, flaunting her profile? Technically, it’s both. The picture is an optical illusion which features two images. Most people immediately see one or the other. In fact, most people generally struggle to see the…
Nude
There was a moment where I could just get my bags and leave, wearing my sweaty clothes. So what if we don’t have hot water in our apartment? At least at home I would be able to take a shower by myself. For a moment I just stood there, contemplating the idea of getting…
Fear and the path to Love
I would like to begin writing a series of posts on addiction. What I am about to speak on–Fear and the path to Love–is not strictly about addictions, per se. However, I have found that developing a deeper understanding of my fears was a powerful tool in my my own recovery process. I believe that…
Be Brave
I absolutely love the message of this video. I happen to also love Sara and her way with words. I posted the lyrics to this song below and I hope they seep into your heart and percolate in your mind long after the music stops. Go out and BE BRAVE!! BRAVE You can be amazing…
A Midnight Stroll
My husband and I have only been married for 3 and a half years (and we’ve been best friends for over 7 years). But I’m pretty sure we have already figured out one of many not-so-secretive secrets to keeping a strong and happy marriage. We go through cycles of being entirely thrilled about our marriage,…
No Limbs? No Problem!
If you haven’t already heard of Nick Vujici, here’s your chance. He’s an Australian man who was born without any limbs. For most of us, thinking about having no limbs seems utterly devastating. But that’s not how Nick thinks. He made a decision early on in his life that he would put his mind to…
The Sandbox of Life
Several years ago, as I was struggling in a relationship, a friend shared an analogy with me that changed my life forever. I reflect often upon it and hope that in sharing it today, you will find something that speaks to your experience and applies to the walking of your life. When we were young,…
We See Others As We Are
Many deep thinkers have told us through the ages that we reveal who we are by the way we see others. “We see others not as they are, but as WE are.” Many of us do not really believe this (I like to believe it when I think someone is awesome – I shun the…
Running Toward the Rubble: A Paradox
This afternoon I had intended to post something different. However, the events of this week have led me to change those plans. This afternoon is one for mourning, remembering, and honoring our friends still weathering the storm in Oklahoma. Dear friends in Oklahoma, we are pained by the loss and devastation you have faced so…