I am finding that one of the hardest things to do is to proceed without knowing or understanding the outcome. Why did my friend behave like she did? How will people respond to my writing? Why? How? When? Face it…we don’t know! It is impossible to know what another person is thinking or why they… Read more »
Curiosity and courage are a powerful duo. Add enthusiasm and the potential is limitless. Did you ever notice how nice it is to be with someone who is actually interested and curious about you? Someone who isn’t telling you something but is asking and listening to the answer? Curiosity connects us to experiences beyond our… Read more »
Santa Fe is bursting with people who have moved here in their retirement, but they are anything but sedentary and retired from life. They are vibrant, productive members of the community who give their time, energy and experience to benefit others. They mentor young mothers, read with elementary school children, give out food to the… Read more »
Relationships can be challenging! When do you stand firm and set boundaries and when do you negotiate and compromise? I defer to Taoist philosophy which is based on the laws of nature. They describe the essential nature of water as being malleable and giving because anything can cut through it and make it change its… Read more »
The International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe is on! The opening ceremony welcomed 180 artists from small villages in six continents looking like a mini olympic opening. This three-day event has been called the best art market in the United States by USA Today. It generates more income for some artists than they make… Read more »
My friend and I have a special relationship. Whenever we need to understand how we feel about something that happened or need suggestions on how to proceed, we turn to each other for guidance and especially to listen while we figure out what we need to do. Someone to listen while we process, absorb and… Read more »
Sometimes I find myself saying, “Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” over and over again. That’s it. Nothing before or after, no qualifications or attachments. Not asking for anything or thanking for something that happened. Pure and simple…thank you! It’s spontaneous, unpredictable and unplanned, bubbling up and spilling over. That’s how I like it. Not… Read more »
The Native American powwow originated for the purpose of various tribes to join together in dancing, singing, renewing old friendships and making new ones. It also served as a way for waring tribes to meet and learn about each other’s cultures in the hope of lessening their conflicts. It evolved as the peoples’ needs changed… Read more »
Here’s the deal. You can diminish yourself because you believe that you are not good enough. You can refuse pleasure for fear of being seen as selfish or ignoring others or not risk an adventure because you are not as strong as you used to be. There are excuses and reasons to justify inertia. You… Read more »
I’m sorry for the huge picture yesterday!!! I think that it’s fixed now. I hope so!!!!