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Slowing Down to the Speed of Life
Life BalanceHave you ever heard the phrase we’re human beings, not human doings? When I went in to wake up my little guy this morning, he was curled up tightly in a “comforter cocoon” sound asleep. I sat next to him in the dark and gently rubbed…
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What is Your Heart’s Desire?
Self-CareWhew—I’ve been busy! Lots of staff transitions, upcoming national events, family birthdays and anniversaries, end-of-year school stuff for my seven year-old AND I’m working with a wonderful team of volunteers right now to launch a celebration…
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Mystery
Work Life Balance Photo: I shot this photo in the Santa Elena Canyon on our last hike in Big Bend National Park before heading back to Austin. All week I kept telling my family how badly I wanted to see a snake on our trip. This guy poked his head of a stream…
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It Is What It Is
Self-CareThis morning I woke up around 5:00 a.m. with a tight chest and my mind was whirring like a hamster on a wheel. Late last month, my two amazing support team members both shared they are moving on to new opportunities—which I’m totally supportive…