articles: a collection of my musings

Category: Other

on perspective, assumption and judgement

on perspective, assumption and judgement

We are surrounded by much confusion when it comes to differentiating between what is an observation, a perspective, an assumption or a judgement. Sometimes the confusion is in the semantics. However we may choose to label these terms, understanding the differences is...

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on winter

on winter

"It's the most wonderful time of the year..." The warmth of Thanksgiving weekend will soon be swept away by the Arctic storm descending upon our state as I write this. We are about to get a true taste of winter tonight as temperatures plunge and frigid winds whip up...

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on taming butterflies

on taming butterflies

I've always been terrified of public speaking... and yet, in this season in my life, since the book's launch, what am I invited to do the most? Speak to groups! Over two events this weekend, friends will all gather in one space to hear me talk about the book. I will...

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on thankfulness first

on thankfulness first

I am reminded of something I read last fall that has stuck with me - "Waiting till you’re happy before you give thanks, is like waiting to be healthy before you take your vitamins. Vitamins are what make you healthy. Giving thanks is what makes you happy. Giving...

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different but equal

different but equal

This doodle was done as a prayer for women in India (those that struggle because of inequality, lack of opportunities or abuse). International Women's Day (March 8, every year) has been observed since the early 1900's. Women's oppression and inequality has sadly been...

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