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EMBRACE THE EDGE

GOING Beyond: Why Not Say Yes? There comes a point in life when the edge finds us. Sometimes it arrives as a whisper.Sometimes as a longing we have been ignoring for years.Sometimes as a question that refuses to leave us…

The Cave You Fear to Enter

There is a quote I have carried with me for years. “The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” (Joseph Campbell) I have stood at the entrance of many ‘caves’. I have flown to the other side…

Eileen and Kellie - Gratitude

Transform everyday wisdom into personal power 

Imagine having a pocketful of wisdom, ready to guide you in any moment. That’s what Pocket Pearls offers — a collection of insights designed to inspire you to take action, not just think positively.  Each card is a small but…

Autumn leaves … and peace arrives?

Hello .. and welcome to my October offerings .. I first want to express my gratitude for the fact that I can witness and appreciate the quietly falling leaves. My world is peaceful. My garden is a haven of tranquility.…

Ah … Freedom …

An amusing muse this morning … inspired by a conversation I had with a fellow writer about education and freedom and leadership and ‘building bridges’ … “Everyone wants freedom; but freedom brings responsibility and people are frightened of responsibility.” (Sigmund…

What is it about happiness?

As Voltaire, the French philosopher said ‘I choose happiness because it is good for my health.’ Quote from John Lennon …  “When I was 5 years old, my mother always told me that happiness was the key to life. When…

The Dangers of Dialogue …

Ha ha .. And you thought conversation was safe! Why do you think we talk so much about the weather and avoid religion and politics?? We can all agree on the weather .. and the price of bread … But…