As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the things I have been blessed with, not just in the big, obvious ways but in the small moments that too often go unnoticed. Life has a way of moving fast—too fast, sometimes—and if we’re not careful, we can miss the little things that make it meaningful.
Life requires all of us to take a step back every now and then—to breathe, to reflect, and to simply be... I hope that you will find what you are looking for and that it improves your health and wellness!
There, coiled and ready to strike, was a Mojave green rattlesnake. Its tongue flickered in and out as it locked its eyes on me, and for a moment, time stood still. My heart pounded in my chest; I could feel the blood drain from my face.
I loved watching Cubs baseball and listening to Harry Caray’s distinct cadence and unrestrained enthusiasm when calling a game. For me, Harry Caray was a master at creating a shared language and a communal space where stories unfolded and life lessons were inadvertently taught—stories that revealed the deeper truths about our lives, our hearts, and our society.