Fortitude

The Landscape of My Soul

Have you ever noticed that certain destinations, specific journeys, can engage the healing of your spirit? A casual ascent up a mountain...

A Call To Action

Last month was Suicide Awareness Month and I intended to post then, but – alas – my whole month got away from me! Does anyone else have...

Courting A Colt

I step into the round corral to work with a young, dark chestnut colt. His withers shiver with anticipation and he whinnies for...

Blind Your Ponies a Novel written by Stanley Gordon West

I just finished reading a remarkable book by a local author: Blind Your Ponies, a Novel written by Stanley Gordon West. It had been...

Silver Linings

Times are a bit tough right now. So many reasons and they are different for each and every one of us. But we keep muddling our way...

Passing The Time

It was a beautiful weekend here - sun shining, a pleasant 65-70 degrees, and daffodils blooming in the front yard. John and JD took the...

An Embrace

I was visiting with my friend, Mary Beth, on the phone today. I flopped onto my bed, shutting the door to my two boy's playing in the...

Let’s Call This What It Is

We’re all in the same world, hearing the same things, seeing the results of the same decisions being made throughout our towns. Our most...

If it Hurts - It Doesn't Matter Why

I often hear people dismiss their pain for any number of reasons. “It really isn’t as bad as what you are going through. I didn’t want to...

Let's Get Real

Alright, I know I talk a big game when it comes to the things I value and the ways in which I feel we can implement certain tips and...

Authenticity