Saturday, May 28, 2011



have you ever shared a word with someone who does not speak the same as you?
did they know that the word you spoke was both resonant and true?

have you ever shared a story that was sent from heart to heart,
even when the two of you were so very far apart?

have you ever shared a whisper, so soft that none could hear,
and listened quite intently for a reply from someone dear?

have you ever sent a kiss so light and sweet upon the winds,
and hoped it landed gently upon all your long, lost friends?

have you ever sent a heartfelt wish across the open skies,
and seen the glimmer of hope appear in a faraway set of eyes?

have you ever sent your heart soaring up beyond the sky above,
and waited for the moment that it rained back down the purest love?

have you ever emptied out your soul and felt life just drain away,
only to realize you had just made room for more good to come your way?

have you ever ...stopped... just for a bit... to savor all you see?
have you ever forgot to start again being who you were meant to be?

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Mother’s Day 2011


Spring is when life renews…and we are reminded of the person who brought us life; the person who nurtured us and then gave us our wings.

Whoever you call ‘mother’; whoever you looked to when you were young for care, guidance and love; whoever inspires you to be a kinder human being; today we honor that person in our lives.

Remember that the love experienced throughout our lives continues to grow inside of us, waiting to be shared again and again across the generations. All the kindness, smiles, and hugs that we received have taught us the value of sharing simple joys with others.

All of the love we have experienced is ours now to give away – it is free and endless! On this day, and throughout the year, take a moment to reflect on the person who nurtured you; recall the life lessons they taught you; make them yours.

… and never stop sharing the love

Monday, May 2, 2011

Innocence lost …

I am saddened to hear the words "He was caught. Justice was realized."

assassination is not justice


no matter how heinous the crime

no matter how heinous the criminal