Feeling Your Way to Happiness
“Are you happy?” asked my grade 8 Social Studies teacher—Mr Merrit—every week. Every week I’d pause, check with my soul, and tell him the truth. Yes. I was happy despite… Read More »Feeling Your Way to Happiness
Feel Like a Stranger in a Strange Land?
Didn’t it seem easier to make friends when we were young? We only had to say “Wanna play?” and voila! We were set for the afternoon, the summer, or even… Read More »Feel Like a Stranger in a Strange Land?
When Fear Rises
Do you get scared sometimes? I do. All the time! I got scared yesterday. It was my first time in a paddock with loose horses. I want to learn how… Read More »When Fear Rises
Releasing Your Grip
Letting go of whatever we’re holding onto—whether it’s a rope, a relationship, or a road we regret taking—is easier when we know we’re being taken care of.
Do You Feel Off Track?
This morning while clearing out the old photos on my phone, I found a picture of a page with one paragraph called “A Gentle Reminder.” I don’t know the book’s… Read More »Do You Feel Off Track?
How to Bounce Back
The best part of yesterday was watching the Arabian Hunter Pleasure 60+ Riders event. It was so inspirational to see people over 60 riding horses, competing, and winning blue ribbons on Arabian horses! The worst part was…
When Your Body Betrays You
Being surprised or even shocked by the sounds and sights of your body is weird when you’re alone—and it’s mortifying when you’re in public! I had a doctor’s appointment yesterday;… Read More »When Your Body Betrays You
Loving What Is
Palm Springs was never on my list of places to visit. Yet not only am I here, I love its beauty and diversity! Weaving between the palm trees and noisy… Read More »Loving What Is
A Lump in the Road
Last week when I wrote What’s Worse Than Being Alone?, health issues weren’t on my mind. It’s different this week. I’ve been dealing with hip pain for six months—sometimes it… Read More »A Lump in the Road
What’s Worse Than Being Alone?
A million things are worse than being alone! I’ve spent the last five Christmas holidays by myself. It’s much, much worse to be in a relationship—or surrounded by family and… Read More »What’s Worse Than Being Alone?
The Heart Has Reasons
Have you ever felt compelled to do something, but not known why? You couldn’t understand it, much less explain it. That’s how I felt about getting Ruby. I’ve never owned… Read More »The Heart Has Reasons