• Understanding

    Past, Present, and Future – 3 in 1 Gift

    My mom has a favorite quote she shares with us often, “The past is history, the future is a mystery, this is the present and that is why it is called a gift.” In doing some digging, I found several variations of this quote that date back to 1902.…

  • Understanding

    Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

    It’s time to HIT THE MOUNTAINS! I have longed for my favorite outdoor pastime to return and for a chance to sing, “The hills are aliiiiiive, with the sound of muuuusic. Ahahahaha.” Those extra vowels are for the effect and exactly how I can hear Maria singing them from…

  • Empathy,  Understanding

    Influences From Our Past

    Black lives matter. Racism. Prejudice. White supremacy. Equal Rights. First Amendment freedoms. Second Amendment right to bear arms. Constitution of the United States of America. Stronger Together. You likely recognize these words and phrases people hold dear or turn a cheek on. I am writing this post to share…