This season of COVID brings up many emotions. There is fear and uncertainty, a sense of how everything is put on hold. As a result, I have revisited the subject of how to express grief in writing. We grieve because what we once knew as normal has changed. We may grieve because our lives [...]
One time happenings can change the course of our lives. One seemingly small gesture can have a massive impact. We have tales about how our lives were touched by a one time blessing. We remember these. They become part of our story. I remembered single acts of kindness that [...]
In honor of my dearly departed friend, Susan Smith Evans When I answered the phone to hear your husband telling me the news of your tragic accident, my mind fought against accepting his words. I listened to Ron and the story he relayed. No! This could not be happening. And when I [...]
My name is Stryder. Some of my friends call me Stryder The Wise. Being a rescue dog has given my great perspective on life. On my last blog I asked if you would like me to create another blog and video and so many said yes. Honestly, I was really deeply touched by your [...]
Creative thinking is enhanced by understanding how the creative process works. There are times when creatives spend their energy in very big ways. I call the thin and dim weariness that can follow this time The Flatlands. The following video is a visual tour of this place... [...]
Please pause for a moment to listen to this guided forest meditation: Shinrin-Yoku is Healing Forest Medicine Being connected to nature brings a healing power to our bodies, our minds and our spirits. The practice of Shinrin-Yoku was established in Japan during the 1980’s. Shinrin-Yoku is referred [...]
My name is Stryder. Over 3 years ago some very loving folks rescued me from my old life and brought me to live with my beloved human. Annie is a writer and even though she walks on 2 legs and I walk on four, we have a lot in common. I asked [...]
Our seasons of creativity can reflect seasons of the Earth. We move from winter into spring in our creative journey. It is here we may notice that there are new ideas beginning to form. This metaphor is one that brings great hope. Can you detect that "glint of green" in your life and in [...]
