The Energy of a Smile

The Energy of a Smile

Yesterday when I was out in the world, I decided to make each person I came in contact with smile. Whether it was remarking about how great a woman’s sunglasses looked, which brought an immediate smile to her face; or in the dentist’s office telling a woman holding...
Why Creativity?

Why Creativity?

Be ready to navigate an ever-changing world where creative thinking isn’t an option, it’s a necessity. That’s our reality right now.  And it will intensive as we conceive creative measures to handle global issues and personal concerns. Why Creativity? What does...
A Blessed Encounter by Dr. Jo Anne White

A Blessed Encounter by Dr. Jo Anne White

I had a beautiful encounter while food shopping earlier. I was buying vegetables and as is my nature I greet people to spread caring and connection. There was a man sitting in a cart nearby and we smiled at each other. I said to him with all sincerity, “You have the...
Early Morning Miracle

Early Morning Miracle

This morning I was on my walk when I saw a small dark form lying on the asphalt road. I didn’t know if it was debris or something else. Dread filled me as I inched closer to the still object. It was a bird, a finch I believe, lying on its side. At first I thought it...
LOVE All of You

LOVE All of You

It’s often easier to love and accept the parts of us that we view as open, forgiving, capable, loving and upbeat. Yet, what about the other parts of us that stay hidden or cause us unrest or embarrassment- maybe even guilt or shame? We often hide them away, even...