The Art of Doing Nothing, i.e. Stillness
Over a decade ago a friend bought me The Art of Doing Nothing as a gift. I am sure some series of conversations prompted her to make the purchase. It took me another year or so to finally read the
Seasons Change
This week I welcomed fall with open arms! After an adventurous, active, and somewhat rejuvenating summer, the end of one calendar season and beginning of the next seemed to bring with it much chaos and shifting in all areas of
#allsummer16
This summer has been an incredible one for me! After an intense four years of course work; a year of teaching again; more pounds added on than I care to share; comprehensive exams; getting going with my dissertation; and all
It’s My Birthday … and What Happened at the Party!!!
I met a few friends out this weekend to celebrate my birthday. When I arrived at the venue I noticed that the event was being held in two separate rooms, which I assumed were adjoining. As I walked the corridor
Change Is In the Air: Prince, Lemonade and the End of Coursework
A lot has happened over the last two weeks. As many across the world mourned the death of Prince, I sat closely watching with awe at how many lives he touched through his art, philanthropy and mentorship. He was such a
Embracing Womanhood
In just six months, I will celebrate my 30-somethingth birthday :-). 10 years ago, this would have made me cringe … I would’ve thought about how old I’d be and how many things I couldn’t do anymore. Today the thought
Post Hawaii Reflection: These Things I Know for Sure
It is just shy of a week since I left Hawaii and I am working hard to maintain the same sense of calm, intention and peace I felt while I was there. As the semester nears, this becomes more challenging
My Two Years of Seminary
Graduation is just 5 days away and today was yet another reminder of how unfortunate it is that I have been operating on fast forward. My days have been so preoccupied with thoughts of approaching deadlines and appointments that several
2013 In Review
2013 was an absolutely, amazing year!!! I started the year out in Washington, DC with thousands – literally – of my sorority sisters for the 100th year anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. In March, a Peace Corps buddy
Listen to Your Heart
It’s that little voice inside that says try harder. This isn’t a good fit for you. This is your passion. You deserve better. You can do it! S/he loves you. It is time … time to leave, time to search,