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The Journey of Growth
A couple of years ago I was gifted a succulent in a wonderfully bright yellow pot. I like house plants so was very excited about the gift....
Celebrating Milestones
When you read this, I will be in the midst of celebrating a big birthday. I turn 40 this month, and I have spent a lot of...
Contemplating the Soul
I wonder what you think about the concept of a soul? I find myself believing that there is overwhelming evidence to their existence through the teachings and...
Distilling Our Craft
This weekend I learned a lot about how alcohol is made. Chris and I and our spouses went on a tour and tasting St. George’s Spirits in...
Measuring Success
Over the last few months Braid has been working on a strategic plan. As a part of that plan we have been conducting research into other mentoring...
Back to School
My social media feeds this week have been full of back-to-school pictures. Nieces, nephews, and friends’ kids are all smiling on their front porches, backpacks strapped on,...
Town Meetings
As I wrote about a couple of months ago, I had the opportunity to visit with an old high school friend who now lives in Connecticut. As...
Taking Time to Play
With three kittens in my house, I have been reminded lately of the importance of play. (Yeah, those foster kittens I wrote about a couple months ago...
Moving Forward
Over the last week, we have been moving out of our office in The Tenderloin. We were in this space for a little over two years, in...
Being Chosen
“Chosen” is a new exhibit being developed by the Foster Youth Museum. It is a celebration and a public record of the life experience that belongs to...