Throughout my life, I have taken up different causes in the name of freedom. I remember wanting to free my sister's dolls from their nice, neat row on her dresser. I remember wanting to free our pet …
You Don’t Have to Practice What They Preach
The astronomer may speak to you of his understanding of space , but he cannot give you his understanding. The musician may sing to you of the rhythm which is in all space , but he cannot give you …
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Fitting in Crossfit: The Stamina to Tuck Into Life
In September of 2012, when my youngest child started preschool, I pulled up at Crossfit Outcome on Bainbridge Island. I was scared to pieces but ready to invest in myself in a new way. I had no idea, …
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Diversification or Distraction: What Are You Focused on Today?
When Ron and I opened our Pizzeria di Napoli in 2000, we faced the question of diversification every day. Why don’t you serve pasta? Why don't you serve hard liquor? Why don’t you open earlier? Why …
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Have Resolve Not Resolutions
No matter what corner of the world I am in, this season often brings to light the feeling that whatever I am doing is not enough. I have not bought enough, or written enough, or called enough or …
You Are The Curator
This season is full of extreme and often contrasting, emotions. There are moments that are so tranquil, followed by sheer chaos. There are times when I feel so abundant and then experience a fear of …
