Back in the late ’80s and early ’90s, I worked at the local Barbizon Modeling and Acting School. I sold the program, made appearances at schools, and taught the main curriculum. These days Barbizon feels cringy: there have been class action suites against various franchisees for false claims. Back in the day it was cringy,…
Becoming
Inner life. Who I am becoming.
Wide Open Spaces In My Mind
Forgive me, readers, it’s been nearly two years since I wrote to you. Life, it seems got in the way. Not that I was super busy, oh no. It was quiet. And then a little busy, and a little quiet. It was normal. And I was at the end of my rope. But that’s how…
Deep Peace 2024
I started blogging a long time ago. I keep at it not because I make big bucks, but rather I enjoy the process. This year has been a heck of a process, hasn’t it? It seems like most of my outward activity happened before July first. Well, except for that bit in October. ๐ And…
Walking The Labyrinth
On a cool and breezy day in late October, I walked the labyrinth at the Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park in Traverse City, Michigan with a group of friends. Most came to the labyrinth with few expectations. I came with memories of other labyrinths I’ve walked. Like A Prayer At a labyrinth in Gayle’s…
Catch Your Breath
Well, hello! I can’t believe we’re more than halfway through summer already. How about you? I thought it was time to refresh this website, so there’s a brand new look. Since late April I have It’s been mentally (and sometimes physically) exhausting. Needless to say, I abandoned this year’s blog “Mission.” It felt like I…
Mission 2024 February
Every year I set forth on a quest, a journey, a mission: that for which I am destined. My life moves in currents and tides, not direct pathways. I don’t know about you, but I usually only see the ‘direct’ path after the walking’s done and I’m curled up with a book and a mug…
Mission 2024
Every year I set forth on a quest, a journey, a mission: that for which I am destined. I stay away from the word “goals” because it feels icky. My life moves in currents and tides, not direct pathways. I don’t know about you, but I usually only see the ‘direct’ path after the walking’s…
Deep Peace 2023
I started blogging a long time ago. I keep at it not because I make big bucks, but rather I enjoy the outlet, enjoy the process. The end of this year seems like it could use some blessings and deep peace. So here’s a Gaelic prayer for all. Let peace and love guide your way…