A Change of Direction
Towards the end of last year, something started nagging at me from within. I knew it had to do with the fact that we were delving so deep in our Vivid & Brave group, but at the start, I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I loved my work. I enjoyed what I did. […]
Intentionally being intentional?
in·ten·tion·al inˈtenCHənl/ adjective 1. done on purpose; deliberate. I am declaring 2014 will be my year of Intention. I am putting it out there for you all to hold me accountable! Last year, during our Vivid & Brave sessions, we were asked to come up with 2 words. One for 2013 and one for 2014. My […]
Saying Goodbye, the only way you know how.
April 17, 2006…early morning Hawaii time, I receive a phone call from my best friend, Beka. She is on her way to see her doctor. She is 7 months pregnant with her 3rd child. “He’s not moving. I haven’t felt him move for a few days. I’m sure everything is fine. But I just need […]
Seven years of change
Seven years….that’s how long it had been since we last had our family photos taken. Seven years. My 2 year old, Thomas the Tank Engine driving, Cars watching, golden locks of curls son, is now a 9 year old 4th grader, who loves to play Minecraft and would eat Nutella sandwiches or McDonald’s for breakfast, […]
Rewriting my own definition of success…
My definition of success has changed dramatically over the past 2 decades. What I thought I believed was success, has proven to be nothing more than a shallow existence. I have learned that I really am a simple person. The older I get the more I realize how very little I need to make me […]
Vulnerable and Brave?
“What makes one brave?” they asked and she said… “Doing it even though you are afraid is what makes you brave” Vulnerability can be seen in many lights. A strength. A weakness. An opportunity to grow. Allowing myself to be vulnerable has proved to be more positive than negative in my life. Sure, I’ve […]
