Hello Friends, I've been toying with the question of what my "niche" is. What am I uniquely positioned to offer you? How might I be of service? So far, what I've got is the funky intersection of two seemingly disparate worlds: the realm of productivity, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation and earth-based spirituality, permaculture design, and ecological living I'm aiming to weave these two worlds - and all I'm learning as I dance between them - into my monthly missives. I'd love to...
over 3 years ago • 1 min read
Hello Friends, As we approach Equinox, it feels a fitting time to return to this practice of connection, expression and service. It was just before the last Equinox that I signed off, preparing to welcome a new life. In the time away from this letter, my own life has changed in a great many ways. I am confident that these changes will work their way into some of my coming reflections but just to summarize, in the last six months: Stella was born and spent the first month of her life...
over 3 years ago • 4 min read
Hola Reader, This marks my last scheduled missive for the next few months. I'll be 36 weeks pregnant on Saturday and am "closing down shop" at my day job, my consulting - even my personal email inbox - as we near baby's arrival. I will be fully on leave until late June but anticipate that I may drop in occassionally before then when inspiration strikes. Thanks to all of you for accompanying me this far, and into this new chapter. Marking this turning of the page, tonight I share a poem that...
about 4 years ago • 1 min read
Hola Reader, This week, I tap my archives again. I've been juggling the course I'm co-teaching, work, 33 weeks of pregnancy, a possible case of COVID (it's not COVID!), and a broad spectrum of accompanying emotions, so most of my writing was in my journal this past week. So here's one from a few months back, with a nonetheless timeless lesson from Mother Nature. Reflection Read on the Web On a hike to our local river this weekend, my daughter and I came across several vulture feathers. On the...
about 4 years ago • 3 min read
Hola Reader, Last time I wrote, it had been a tough week to be an American. This week, the challenge is more personal. So my reflection is what it is this week. What I had in my cup. That's a part of the lesson of this practice, I suppose. Sharing what I have to share, no judgement on how much or how often. Thank you for your support and grace. Reflection Read on the Web Staring at a blank page, I can offer no more than what is stirring within me right now. In the last 48 hours an intuitive...
about 4 years ago • 3 min read
Hola Reader, It's been another tough week to be an American (even abroad). Personally I'm also settling into the reality that I have less than 8 weeks until my maternity leave, and feeling like there is a lot on my plate to be cleared by then. I'm grateful to have found some reserves to write this week, and to have the opportunity to share. However, I'm going to opt for a simpler format this week and from now on will be rotating the sections that accompany my Reflections. This week I have a...
about 4 years ago • 3 min read
Hola Reader, So we've nearly made it through the year that was 2020. Of course, it's not as though the coach will turn into a pumpkin tomorrow at midnight and everything will change. Yet, we can be hopeful about what 2021 may hold. For many, that hope is a life raft. My own perspective is that 2020 was the cocoon and 2021 won't be so much the butterfly, but instead the slow emerging. This fits perfectly with the theme of today's reflection, and one of my own intentions for 2021: Grace....
over 4 years ago • 3 min read
Hola Reader, Thank you for the grace in adapting to this new rhythm. As we prepare for a new year after a grueling 2020, it feels all the more important to be honest with ourselves and others about what we need. Fittingly, the theme of today's letter is Rest. Reflection Read on the Web What if there was a simple, free way to step out of your status quo, challenge broken socio- economic constructs, and take care of yourself at the same time? There is, and it’s napping. Now, you may be asking...
over 4 years ago • 4 min read
Hola Reader, Ok, so no late nights this week! Back in a bit of a rhythm and happy to share a piece on a topic that is both profoundly personal and socially relevant. Please let me know what you think! Reflection Read on the Web Back in June, my family embarked on a 3 day trip to San Jose that had been postponed in March due to the arrival of COVID-19 in Costa Rica. Sensing a window of opportunity as Costa Rica’s economy re-opens, but before the borders open and the situation potentially...
over 4 years ago • 5 min read