This morning the trees have been bursting through their buds, green leaves popping up everywhere. The grass is an emerald green carpet, bringing memories of Ireland to mind. The birds have combined their songs for a continuous chorus. It’s eighty degrees. In March. And I am outside writing. In Chicago. It is either paradise, or a sign that the end of… Read More

The sun has been shining all day, the sky is a brilliant blue, and the birds and dogs are taking turns to see who can make the most noise. The three dogs win in the short bursts of energy, but the birds have it in the marathon. I’ve been out here on the patio all day and while the dogs… Read More

It’s all about the lessons we learn along the way that get us to where we are now. Do you acknowledge those lessons? Or are you more preoccupied with beating yourself up over an imperfect journey. Do you embrace the shame of your mistakes more than the lessons that have come from them? I often joke about having a Phd from… Read More