For those seeking ideas and inspiration, as well as love and hope to keep moving forward.
As I published yesterday's piece, "The greatest need" I thought of a few people in my life who are more in need of help than able to offer it. We all get punched in the face by life. That's what makes us stronger. Now that you've been punched, what will you do about it? Will you … Continue reading Change starts with you
This question has been on my heart for a couple months now: "What is the greatest need, that if solved, would have a positive ripple effect on all other needs?" I've been considering it most often as I try to figure out which cause I would like to invest more of my time in from … Continue reading The greatest need
Being together makes me fall apart. The person I was with scars, fears, and walls is fading away with every new moment we share together. You opened my heart, and I am so much better with you than I ever could be on my own. You loved me when I couldn't love myself. You trusted … Continue reading A lifetime will never be enough. Cheers to 2 years.
Twice this week I had the privilege to chat with different groups about building connections and creating a network with two of my dear friends, Emily Flowergarden and Leighton Smith. We got questions ranging from "How do you break into a group at an event?" to "What do I do about my rapid heart rate … Continue reading Creating connections, building a network
Raw, imperfect, intense, honest, inspiring. I would use all these things to describe something beautiful. I would also use them to describe the wedding I witnessed this weekend. Against the backdrop of a pasture in the Nebraska Sandhills, with witnesses dressed in jeans, dresses, boots, and hats seated on hay bails, my young cousin and … Continue reading The most beautiful thing
One of my mentors shared this quote with me very early in my career. At the time, I found it to be an impossible statement. There were too many politics, barriers, naysayers, and I chose to focus on all the obstacles instead of all the opportunity. Yesterday, I was listening to Andre Norman's story from juvie … Continue reading If it’s to be, it’s up to me
The other night on my drive home I called my grandpa to wish him a happy 83rd birthday. At the end of our conversation he paused and said, "I love you very much." I immediately felt my eyes well up and my heart beat faster. Although I know he loves me, he doesn't say the … Continue reading It all comes back to love
Words and stories help us express the love we feel for each other. Even when it doesn't come out perfectly, the uncomfortable attempt to express how we feel will be appreciated. How often have I missed this opportunity? Because I was afraid of how they would react, because I couldn't find the perfect words, because … Continue reading Say It Already
We've always been asked what we want to be when we grow up. My friends and I have recently been more focused on who we want to be when we grow up. These questions have challenged a balance between where and who we are: being fully present and appreciating our situation, and where and who … Continue reading What ladder am I climbing?
I'm in the midst of enjoying a great gift: A week back home with my family in rural Nebraska. I've had time...time to enjoy: A sunrise A long run on a country road A cup of coffee with my mom Cookies with my grandma Hours reminiscing with my grandparents Girls' night out with my mom and … Continue reading My Best Life: Family, Country Roads, and Conversations
Grit, Gratitude, and Grace 