Figuring it out

My son got his first college acceptance yesterday to the University of Pittsburgh. This was a well earned acceptance and he worked for every bit of it. Of course, I am incredibly proud and grateful for all the factors that helped smooth out any bumps – some of them large ones – along the way

Acceptance AKA “What If…”

There is a school of thought or belief that the individual journey we are on is exactly the one we are supposed to be on. It is phrased in many different ways. Perhaps you have heard things such as “it was meant to be” or “it happened for a reason”. I don’t personally subscribe to

I’m back (and squishier than before)

“..within each of us lies the ability to be cracked open a bit more regardless of whether we may consciously or unconsciously be willing to be an active participant.”

There is no better way to help oneself than helping others so this is me being selfish.

Daylight Savings, Raking Leaves & Beginning with the End

A setting sun, a browning landscape and an emerging winter must still be expressed, regardless of whether it is welcome or not.

There are no coincidences

…the best part of fear is that you have to make a choice. You have to retreat or you have to face it.

Where Should I Live?

You always bring yourself with you.

Recalibrate, Don’t Reinvent

Our contentment ultimately lies within us – not around anyone else.

Letting Go

Admittedly, maybe I have been too busy thinking about my own transition – to single dad – to really take time out and see what is changing with my kids.

The Truth about Caitlyn, Transitions & Comedy

Getting to a place of no fear and true authenticity – that is the greatest transition of all.