Have you heard of the term barn raising? It was popular in the 18th and 19th century in rural North America – that’s according to Wiki. This term is about community in all its glory, where people come together to build a barn for families, neighbors, or friends in need. It became a metaphor for communities […]
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#RPCL Log Date January 4, 2017: #BeingHuman #Resolution
Are you slowly embracing your daily routine after the holiday disruption? Have you devised a new regimen that will stick this time? Being positive is probably the biggest challenge for me with inauguration day forthcoming. But then I know I suck for saying that, sounding whiny because I have so so so much for which to be grateful. What are you grateful […]
#RPCL Log Date January 3, 2017: #BeingHuman #LiveYourValues
New day, new deal to myself. Live my values, everyday. I value family, community, respect, honesty, integrity, compassion, and being on a mission. So what are your values? Are you living them today? Are you writing or speaking with these in mind? Do you need to rethink your values? Here’s a new mission for you: […]
#RPCL Log Date January 2, 2017: #BeingHuman #IgnoranceIsFiction
We are back in the city. Looking outside the sky is blue. No snow down here. Still, clear, crystal blue skies help me to crystallize my thoughts and ideas. After my third espresso, I’m ready to find courage and think about what it means to be active within my community. It’s hard to be positive […]
#RPCL Log Date January 1, 2017: #BeingHuman #Renewal #BeingaBetterHuman
It’s New Year’s Day. I woke up to snoring. I drew the curtains to see a brand new layer of snow on the ski trails. We are in a cabin on the mountain. The pristine layer of fluffy white snow feels like a call to pledge our renewal of hope in 2017. This year I have renewed the following commitments […]
