Why I Don’t Believe in Perfection
My math teacher in middle school said if you can draw a perfect circle free-handed, you might be a little crazy. That’s when he busted out the compass and showed us this nifty… Continue reading
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5 Spiritual Thoughts For a Happy New Year
I was inspired by this post to think about spiritually healthy ways to start the new year. Each year, at the end of the year, I find myself drawn to my blog to… Continue reading
The Year I Lived in a Haunted House
I found the apartment on Craigslist, which honestly might have been my first mistake. A cute second unit apartment of an old converted home, the hardwood floors and ample light seemed appealing. When… Continue reading
On Butterfly Wings
This is my aunt Shade. I called her Shade Pupho. She was my father’s sister. The one with the big heart and the infectious laugh. This weekend she lost her battle with cancer,… Continue reading
I (Still) Dream of Africa
Three times a year my parents and I would embark on a 470km journey from Nairobi to Mombasa for our family vacation. The road was bumpy, the car was hot, but the anticipation… Continue reading
Talking to Trees
I talked to a tree today. I know I probably sound crazy to you right now, but I talked to a tree, and I heard it talk back. To fully understand this story,… Continue reading
12 Mantras to Brighten Your Day
Sometimes, when the day is rough, all you need is a great mantra to repeat to brighten your mood. Here are some of my favorites: (Tip: the elephant one is the Hindu God,… Continue reading
10 Practical Ways To Find Your Happy
So often people go through their entire lives searching for happiness. It’s funny because happiness is so totally abstract. It’s like a Salvador Dali seen for the first time by a middle school… Continue reading
