Forward

Some people start with a vision board.  I usually steer clear.  But a magazine arrived, and I was inspired.  This turned into a lot of fun!  It was like crafting a puzzle, carving it into a dream for the year:

PLANTING FOR TODAY,

PLANTING FOR TOMORROW 

Because I was the only one who could help.  

foundational lesson: We need to listen carefully when Someone asks us to do something.

FORWARD

INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE.

The inspiration to write my first 

expressions of connection 

>>>> 

writing skills that only I possessed.

discover a surprise gift instead.

You already know

lifelong dream 

... Is Coming!

anticipating it, but she wasn't surprised.

shared her story.

I'm an officer of content and engagement

create brave spaces

pass on core values

Cultivating

focus

activates empathy

opportunities that others overlooked

SURVIVE

thrive. 

deeper 

wonder

honor

character

adventure

time reading 

creating

external beauty and strength are secondary to internal character and virtue. 

cherish your daughters as much as your sons, And teach them both to stand up for what is right and to be brave and not be out down. If at first you don't succeed, then you try and try again."

grows 

within

helping them gain a deeper understanding - the most important 

pursuit 

simply listening

thirst for 

trustworthy 

and good. 

they didn't have all the ingredients 

and so they had to get a little creative. 

simply ask questions. 

move fast and pivot quickly 

- and do so in a way that is authentic and real. 

no surprise. 

The responses to these questions can lead to some pretty remarkable discoveries 

as they make crafts or holiday treats. 

asking questions is a profound way to grow and learn.

Goal #2: We want to support 

we are proud to help

The silver lining is that we have a better understanding of our strengths and how we can become even stronger advocates and allies

I have a voice, and I shouldn't be afraid to use it.  I asked for 

an even greater 

perspective 

gave her actionable feedback on the spot, encouraging her to stick with it and keep writing.  She did.

Step by step, she has made a difference 

to action through her relentless pursuit of justice, 

reflection, and consideration. 

she was relentless

hope to learn anything about strength and courage from those who preceded her

We don't have to wonder whether our efforts have an impact.  

perseverance.  

it is something all of us do without noticing.  notice

outcome