Writings
Essays, reflections, stories, and poems exploring what it means to be human.
I write about presence, relationship, uncertainty, meaning, and the questions that emerge from the experience of being human. These writings are an ongoing exploration rather than an attempt to arrive at final answers.
Creating a Space for Hope
We live in an increasingly multicultural and multiethnic society. Our world community is getting smaller with distinctions and boundaries blurring. It is a time of
Moldova: Creating hope (video)
This video is part of my graduate school thesis project in Community Counseling at Northwest Christian University. The question guiding my thesis work was, “How
Change
Notes from my journal: Interdependence is more important than independence. Rather than creating a safe environment look to develop courage and compassion. The path is
Take a moment
The past is a memory. Draw richly from it… with gratitude. And the future, my you draw forth hope and possibility. Is your past one
Moldova: The Faces of Hope trailer
This is a video trailer for a project related to my graduate work in counseling. The photos and video were taken in Moldova (Eastern Europe).
Letter to my father: Acknowledging our shared humanity
Several years ago I wrote a letter to my father. The purpose of the letter was to establish a sense of completion and fulfillment in
Developing an Approach to Counseling
Summary Human beings share a desire to belong, to contribute, and to make a meaningful difference in the world. While people share a desire to
From Worry to Peace of Mind
I recall clearly riding my tricycle, as a child, and accidentally riding over a bee. I am not sure how old I was, perhaps four
The Meaning of Being Considerate
At a recent Interfaith Prayer Service I shared a couple of readings and thought this would be a good space to share them with others.