Facing death with honor I always wanted to have arms like my dad. They weren't huge Hulk Hogan arms, but they looked strong. Actually, I wanted to be like my dad in a lot of ways, as his strength lay not only in his arms but in his heart. Though he was strong, he would … Continue reading Navigating Change Part 3
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Mind Quality
Meditation is hard for me. I believe it is beneficial, also it has been recommended to me by counselors, podcasts, ted talks, and friends. That being said, the act of sitting down and focusing on breathing or mantras is incredibly...well, boring, to be honest. Though that is my perception, that does not make it a … Continue reading Mind Quality
Teapot
I was eating breakfast one morning, french toast medallions, and noticed the steam rising from the teapot on the stove. There was something beautiful about the way the steam swirled and danced into nothing against the morning sunlight coming through the windows. It was simple and it was beautiful. It was one of those moments … Continue reading Teapot
Navigating Change Part 2
A story of my father. Photo by Jakub Gorajek on Unsplash I love my father and I love him well, I hope to see him someday soon. — Alexi Murdoch “Someday Soon” The first time I heard Alexi Murdoch, I was hooked. I bought the album Time Without Consequence in 2006 right before we had … Continue reading Navigating Change Part 2
Navigating Change Part 1
A journey of the soul began with a home renovation. Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash Change. It’s always on the move, and it’s always… well, changing I guess. It brings about newness and freshness, this is why some hunger for change; but with every new beginning there is also an ending of something, and … Continue reading Navigating Change Part 1
Humility and Resilience
How to win and lose well. You can see it in someone's eyes at times, especially in the eyes of children. There is a longing, a deep emotional battle taking place that shows itself in tense physical signals; clenching of the fists, tears welling up in the eyes, a furrowing of the brow, or a pursing … Continue reading Humility and Resilience
Expectations and the Perfectionist
The Straight lines are never straight enough. So much toil, so much time, yet I'm left unsatisfied. Thoughts like these haunt the perfectionist, and they will steal the beauty and enjoyment from the moments that make up our life. We enter into a project, an adventure, a relationship, a task, or even just a drawing; … Continue reading Expectations and the Perfectionist
Seize Your Inspiration
We had a major snow storm the night of Thanksgiving, and woke up the next morning to a beautiful sight. I was the first one awake in our house, so I brewed some coffee and took a seat on our couch next to the window. My youngest daughter got up and joined me for some … Continue reading Seize Your Inspiration
Write it out, and leave your doubt
It was 1:17 a.m. and I found myself lying in bed with my jaw clenched and my body tense. Slowly and subtly I had reached a very low point in my mental health, and tonight felt like I had finally reached the bottom. Restless nights are not unique or uncommon, as we will all go … Continue reading Write it out, and leave your doubt
Hello Fear, My Old Companion
"The mountains are calling, and I must go." - John Muir We've all heard this quote before right? We've at least see it on mugs, shirts, and signs made of pallet wood; but it is more than just a catchy phrase. John Muir speaks to those who see this connection between stepping out into nature … Continue reading Hello Fear, My Old Companion
The Story We Write 