Empowerment Category

Even Custer’s Mom Empty-Nested

I just got back from a fabulous 4-day road trip with my husband and 18-year-old son. Did you realize this year is the 100th anniversary of our National Parks? One of our impromptu stops was a new park to add to our experiences: The Little Bighorn Battlefield. I highly recommend it. We particularly appreciated the […]

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Golden Moments

We recently celebrated my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. An open house of friends and family, picnic-style, with gorgeous weather. God smiled upon this couple, as well as all who extended their support and love. For those of us who have experienced marriage, we should realize that God is smiling at us because sometimes we’re just […]

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Awaken Your Confidence, Live Your Purpose

You know that niggling little idea that you have, the one that gently cracks the lid of that cozy box of comfort you live in? And your eyes automatically squint in response because of the shining brilliance you just might become? Look fully at it. You don’t need approval. You don’t need the how. You […]

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Tell Better Stories, Live A Better Life

I want to share this TEDx talk with you. Carolyn Flynn is a beautiful person whom I am lucky enough to insightfully visit with regularly.  She spoke at the Albuquerque, NM portion of the global TEDWomen community in May of 2015, about using the power of your narrative to create your life path. It’s amazing […]

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3 Mistakes That Block Your Success

    Over the years I’ve witnessed countless people in my community–both physical and online–gain the confidence to live their purpose. People from all walks of life hear the call to bring spiritual principles into their lives and work. You may be thinking, “That’s great and all … but how can I earn a living […]

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