Gratitude, Grace, And Grief

This year has been so tumultuous that this holiday season feels a bit abnormal. Similar to other people in our community, we will be celebrating our holiday dinners with less people at our table due to a myriad of reasons: travel changes, the safety of high risk family members, and the various other challenges that… Continue reading Gratitude, Grace, And Grief

Focus to Steady

I’ve been reflecting lately on steadiness. Specifically, the value of finding “Steady” in the midst of chaos, unrest, and disarray. Steady doesn’t mean everything has to be good or positive, nor does it require us to be calm at the moment. It’s more of a recognition that despite the chaos, things are either “ok” or… Continue reading Focus to Steady

Resilience at Work Reminders for Good Management (and Parenting)

The front of my refrigerator is a well-loved canvas. Crayon colored pictures cover nearly every bit of silver to be found – no doubt, a common scene for parents everywhere. However, in the upper left-hand corner, it holds a drawing of my own. It’s a simple picture of a house, family, and two words written… Continue reading Resilience at Work Reminders for Good Management (and Parenting)