For some, holidays are a painful reminder of loved ones recently lost. The first time siblings gather after a mother passes away can be an experience of aching and devastation. Life has its rhythms, and those who came before will surely pass on. Still, there must be a way to address this reality that actually lifts everyone up, instead of only brin

These last few days, I am continually reminded of the power of listening. For all the noise in our world - and there is more than ever - I imagine there are benefits here for the listener, as much as the one being heard.I read a story of a man who attended a 12-step program for men for the first time. He marveled at the way no one cut in and talked

This past year, I have been moving a lot. Real estate transitions can be like that. As a result, I’ve been in a unique position to see homes and stay with folks in a wide range of settings. It has become a mind-opening experience on ways to hold space. Every one of these dwellings is a window into one way to see the world. It inspires me to revi

Wine enthusiasts are always looking for an excuse to replenish their wine racks. And what better time to do it than the changing of the season? As the days become shorter and the nights draw in, your heating bills will go through the roof, and that brisk evening walk around the lake or through the neighborhood with the dog will surely be followe