First SnowFirst snow fell yesterday morning barely enough to cover the ground. Even though the sun is out today, the temperature hasn’t hit 60 at…Oct 30Oct 30
Stepping OutAlmost seven years ago, I became a licensed real estate agent — a move that surprised many of my friends and, to be honest, even me…Oct 24Oct 24
The TunnelOur firewood for the season arrives tomorrow. This weekend, when I change my bed sheets, I’ll be putting on the flannel ones for the first…Oct 17Oct 17
Heavenly MessengersThe fog has been lingering over Santa Monica. As I drive back from the east side on the Santa Monica Freeway, I can see the marine layer…Oct 10Oct 10
Forest BeckonsMy husband and I took a road trip to the Redwood National Park up north. Those big trees were calling me for a long time, especially since…Sep 27Sep 27
Unlikely JourneyI haven’t written in more than a month, but watching the opening ceremony of the Paris Paralympics inspired me to hit the keyboard again. I…Aug 29Aug 29
Livin’ It UpIn my last writing, I shared my journey of dealing with heightened anxiety and depression. I was deeply touched by the many responses that…Jul 23Jul 23
Mindful Self-CompassionToday, I want to make a confession. I have been struggling with depression for quite some time. A therapist once told me that I’ve always…Jul 5Jul 5
ImpermanenceLast Sunday I got to attend the Sunday Sitting Group in person at InsightLA for the first time since the center re-opened in the spring. It…Jun 13Jun 13