“I’m opting out of needing to be extraordinary.” I read this quote from Lisa Olivera and felt a multitude of feelings simultaneously. Hesitation – because what would it say about me if I’m not excellent? Resistance – because this goal (dare I say idol) of creating … [Read more...] about Striving for Normal, Not Extraordinary
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When Life Feels ‘Meh’
These days it’s not uncommon to look around and see people just going through the motions; not hot, not cold, just existing. Maybe the last two years have thrown a wet blanket on our zest for life; or maybe our days have felt like wash, rinse, and repeat. Whatever the cause, I’ve … [Read more...] about When Life Feels ‘Meh’
You Have a Choice
Life after graduation. Life after marriage. Life after kids. Life after retiring. We celebrate the milestones in our life as destinations in themselves. These milestones tend to pull us to the next one and then the next one. I recognized in myself … [Read more...] about You Have a Choice
The Contrast of Life
Contrasts I carefully place the clean wet brush, outlining the outer petals of the dandelion with a clear wash. Choosing a bright turquoise blue, I apply dots of pigment to this clear outline and color bursts forth creating a beautiful striking contrast. I overuse … [Read more...] about The Contrast of Life
Overcoming Mid-life Crisis
Have you ever wondered what your epitaph might say? Ya, me either; frankly it’s a little strange and morbid. I’m guessing though at some point in your life a teacher or pastor had you imagine your own epitaph or eulogy. I remember being tasked by a high school English teacher to … [Read more...] about Overcoming Mid-life Crisis
