From the Founder’s Journal: Reflections on Motherhood

This Mother’s Day my son wasn’t in a celebratory mood. It was a difficult day full of tantrums, which end up putting me and... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Graduates

in Living Hope, Notes of Encouragement

It’s that time of year again on social media: the brigade of smiling capped and gowned graduates, so hopeful and expectant as they transition... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Joy

in Joy, Notes of Encouragement

That we’ve come to God through tragedy, not by doing things right but invariably by doing things wrong, is a gift.  We’ve learned so... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Resilience

in Notes of Encouragement, Resilience

When there’s nothing left to burn you have to set yourself on fire. — Stars, “Your Ex-Lover Is Dead” When I owned my shoe shop,... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Forgiveness

in Forgiveness, Notes of Encouragement

Dear friend, I am writing you this note of encouragement as I am aware that you have fully accepted your reality and are living... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Curiosity

in Curiosity, Notes of Encouragement

Dear friend, I am writing you this note of encouragement as I hear you asking this question, “How could this happen to me?” I... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Honesty

in Honesty, Notes of Encouragement

“Every experience that you have and will have upon the Earth encourages the alignment of your personality with your soul. Every circumstance and situation... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Grief

in Grief, Notes of Encouragement

Dear friend, I am writing you this note of encouragement as the sound of your heartbreak is escaping from the hidden place in which... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Stillness

in Notes of Encouragement, Stillness

Dear Friend, I am writing you this note of encouragement as the whirling and churning of your mind is evident in the busyness that... read more

Notes of Encouragement: Surrender

in Notes of Encouragement, Surrender

Dear Friend, I am sending this note of encouragement because the weight of your worry is palpable in your spirit and on your countenance.... read more