Sep 1, 2019 | Celebrating in the Dark
I’m on Day 23 of my Birthday Kindness Project, in which I write a love letter to a stranger every day for as many years as I’ve been alive. As I’ve done in years gone by, I want to invite you to hold these people in your hearts along with me.... 
Aug 20, 2019 | Celebrating in the Dark
My friend invited me to skip around Half Moon Bay with her so she could test out some new photo techniques and a brand new camera lens. I was looking forward to seeing her and having dinner together. But as the time got closer to meet up with her, I noticed how much I... 
Apr 14, 2019 | Beauty + Joy, Celebrating in the Dark, Unique Gifts
It’s Sunday morning and I’ve got my cup of coffee + some Sufjan Stevens playing. I am so happy to be connecting with you right now. You are someone who is a kindred spirit. I know that. You’re here because you care about making the most of life. You... 
Mar 10, 2019 | Beauty + Joy, Celebrating in the Dark
Sometimes we need a reminder. Sometimes we need permission. Sometimes we need a nudge. Here’s to forgiveness — within and without. Here’s to setting ourselves free. 
Feb 13, 2019 | Celebrating in the Dark, Kindness as a Gift
I don’t have anything against Hallmark. Or Valentine’s Day. I don’t have anything against special occasions. Or celebration. (Of course! I love ’em!) But what irks me is this: when we’re fed ideas about these “picture perfect”... 
Feb 5, 2019 | Celebrating in the Dark
I just read a beautiful reminder in the New York Times this morning about how important it is to write a letter to someone grieving about the person who has died. If you can think of a few special memories you have about the person who died, these can be such...