The Easy Way Out

The Easy Way Out

When I arrived for a visit with my three-year old grandson, Birch, he was stamping his feet, hiding in the corner and whining that today is “the worst day of my life.” I get it. Bad moments can quickly become bad days. And it all happens when our thoughts and emotions...
Embracing Our Creative Selves

Embracing Our Creative Selves

I Didn't See It Coming https://www.living-upward.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Embracing-our-Creative-Selves.m4a It was two years ago this month that I started in earnest to write my first book, After Rain. It’s funny that I referred to it as “my first book”...
Imagine the Possibilities

Imagine the Possibilities

Be still and notice the thought in your head. Yes, that one. It usually begins with “I can’t,” “he shouldn’t,” “the world is a mess.” Now hold onto it before the next thought rushes in. Be curious. What does it say about...
A Walk in the Woods

A Walk in the Woods

It’s chilly outside, but no problem. I’m in need of a walk in the woods so I bundle up and head out to the edge of our property where I join a trail that takes me on my journey. Ah, but now I have to decide: will I take a brisk cardio walk to my destination or a slow...
Courage and Vulnerability

Courage and Vulnerability

Living Upward at the Rodeo https://www.living-upward.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Courage-and-Vulnerability.m4a As a photographer living in Santa Fe, I was intrigued by the cowboy persona. I would wrangle my way behind the scenes at the annual rodeo to capture their...