I think about my body every day. Likely you do too—we live in our bodies, after all. If, like me, you’ve dealt with health challenges, you might think about your body critically or without much kindness. I’ve worked hard to build more compassion for my body. I don’t always succeed. But every small win, every … Read more
On organizing, illness, privilege, and choosing hope anyway. The sun is out today, the last day of January 2026. This morning I was walking my dog, Sam, as the sun rose and streaked the sky in breathtaking orange and pink. I found myself thanking Mother Earth for her glory and for the gift of those … Read more
Do you know someone, maybe you yourself, who has a difficult chronic illness? Like cancer. Something that’s labeled “incurable”? Something that forces you to consider your mortality. Something that jumps in your face as “death is on its way.” I’ve gotten to dance with death a few times in this lifetime. Nothing like a diagnosis … Read more
Life these days is intense. Likely you can relate. The state of the world isn’t easy. The US elections. Wars. Hurricanes. Life is ever shifting and much of what’s happening isn’t joyful. Thus we are challenged on a daily basis to keep our spirits up. I see it in the eyes of fellow shoppers at … Read more
I love riding my bike. No two ways about it. Being on my bike is the purest form of joy and delight I can imagine. I’ve written a few blogs about the deep contentment I feel when I’m pedaling in perfect circles coasting on the pavement past the beautiful green trees and the pure blue … Read more
Happy month of May! I hope you’re enjoying the seasons wherever you are on Planet Earth. I sure am enjoying the pops of so many amazing colors as the trees unfurl their brilliant green leaves and the tulips and lilacs splash their reds, purples, yellows, oranges and so many shades of amazing colors as the … Read more
TRIGGER WARNING: I’m going to talk about topics that some may find uncomfortable. Namely, I’m going to discuss female genital health. Buckle your seat belts, things are about to get personal. I already tend to be personal in these blog posts, and along those lines I’m going to address an issue that has come up … Read more
I was out walking this morning, as today is the New Moon in Capricorn, and as I approached the majestic Mississippi River, a powerful, graceful eagle soared on a wind gust feet in front of me. I made the instant decision to not pull out my phone to snap a photo and instead to breathe … Read more
We made it! I’ve written about it before, the holiday season isn’t pure joy for many, me included. It often feels like a challenge to me to be able to make it through. I’m estranged from most of my family and for many years now, I spend none of the holidays with my biological family. … Read more
The world is a better place when you have friends who understand what you are living through everyday. My many years of friendship with Scott K. Johnson is one example of someone who has a heart of gold AND who has lived with the challenge of type 1 diabetes for many years. Scott wrote a … Read more