March 16, 2026

Steps of Change

Steps of Change Finding Steady Ground in a World That Keeps Shifting The Oxford Dictionary describes a paradigm shift as “a fundamental change in approach or underlying assumptions.” In other words, our world, our rules, and our expectations have changed on every possible level. Life can feel like that moment […]
January 6, 2026

Called to Serve: Defending the Soul of Nursing and Education

In the military, demotion typically follows a court-martial or formal process that clearly states the reason for the action. Recently, however, an administrative decision made without stated cause stripped nursing and education of their professional status, a move that may have unexpected and lasting consequences for our society. I ask […]
August 1, 2024

I Thought I Knew

Old Boxes A new writing project drew me to the dusty box of old files in the basement. I avoided it for a very long time, but now, I’m ready. The untouched boxes from our last (and incredibly difficult) move spoke to me and told me it was time to […]
May 28, 2024

View From the Back Seat

Together Again The view from the back seat of a car is different from the one behind the wheel. I usually drive alone, and on long drives, my hands are on the steering wheel with my focus on the road ahead. This trip was different, and it wasn’t all bad. […]