This past week I’ve been reading and thinking about the meaning of freedom. Folks are talking about freedom of speech, of being able to live without working, freedom to do what they want, when they want. Circumstances aside, it seems to me that, our biggest need for freedom is from our negative thoughts and limiting beliefs. From the outside it may seem...
Read MoreHow to Walk in the River
It is my last full week here in Asheville, NC. Next Wednesday I begin the journey westward. And so it is a balancing of staying present and planning forward, without getting too far ahead of myself. I am consciously choosing to get my feet in the river every day, to connect with the energy of the moving water, to do my modified sun salutations and...
Read MoreThe View From Here
I am still in Asheville, North Carolina, camped along the glorious French Broad River. I am so grateful that this stretch of river is wide, and that I can see so much sky. I’ve been renting a car so it’s easier to run errands, meet people, and explore some places around Asheville without having to worry about Cody and parking. It’s been great. So great...
Read MoreThe Pull of a Strong Tide – a Father’s Day story
Because this coming Sunday is Father’s Day, I wanted to share a story about my dad. Growing up, he was a playmate, an advocate, and always, a big supporter of whatever I have wanted to do and be. My dad will be 85 this September. He still lives in his own home, drives, shops, cooks, and he even has a girlfriend! I’m so grateful to...
Read MoreFrom Passage to Active
In January, I chose Passage as my guiding word for the year. Based on the acronym that Reverend Tinker shared, it seemed the perfect choice to keep me focused and moving on this journey. P=Preparedness A=Adaptability S=Spontaneity S=Single-mindedness A=Availability G=Gratitude E=Enthusiasm But now, six months later, I am here in Asheville and I feel like I...
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