Monthly Archives: September 2010

Celebrate – Wait for big things to happen, or notice what is happening!

Celebrate good times, can you hear the refrain?! When there is a wedding, a football win, a birthday bash, we for sure think of celebrating, however, how many times as our lives roll along do we  take note of all the good that is showing up and celebrate?!!
This weekend as I took a coaching course [...]

Slip Slidding Away into the Past or Taking a Stand for Possibility

When things have been difficult as they have been for many us, it can be easy to find ourselves “slip-sliding away” emotionally.  The past although not comfortable seems ironically seductive.  We are so used to the fear that runs in the background, that warns us to be careful, don’t take any risks, etc. that we [...]

Homecoming – Celebration, Revelation

With summer ending, people returning from vacations and children beginning school, we at Seattle First Baptist Church have a renewing annual Homecoming tradition. We celebrate coming back together as a community, and all that it means to us.
Part of what appeals to me about this homecoming is that no explanation is needed as to where you [...]

Going Beyond the Personal, Building Community

I have been involved with the teachings of Landmark Education on and off since the 70s and one of the powerful points they make is that we are all in this together.  If my family and friends are not happy, my happiness is compromised. This is not really new. However, I think as we have [...]

Finding Your Voice, Opening Your Heart

I first joined Toastmasters in the 1970’s. Because it was an all women’s club, I didn’t feel quite as self-conscious, and over time I gained confidence in expressing my point of view. About 7 years ago, I felt it was timeto reconnect with that authentic voice, and see how it has changed over 30 years.  [...]