Embrace the Storm. They clear the path to the new you!

The Wharf has a great vibe. Entertainment, fine dining, and venues for socializing can all be found here!

I’ve spent the last few days in a digital battle. I was building a blueprint to help people move their lives into "fertile soil"—to stop them from dying slowly, like roots outgrowing a cramped, ceramic pot. But as I edited my website, I hit a wall. I was adding new, beautiful features, yet a piece of "Old Code" kept ghosting the top of my screen. I deleted it. It came back. I hid it. It reappeared. I couldn’t progress because I was trying to place a new vision on top of old i

We all want peace. We talk about it, we pray for it, and we definitely dream about it while sitting in 5:00 PM traffic. But there is a question we often avoid: "Am I being intentional about living a peaceful life?" I have a quote I visit several times a week. It’s tucked inside my motivational calendar—and yes, I still use a paper one! It reads: "Be the person you want in your life." It sounds simple, but it’s a mirror that can be hard to look into. We often wait for a partne

We made it through another week! Take a second to celebrate yourself because you have done something incredibly difficult for many of us: you didn't give up. Have you ever been in a situation where escape felt virtually impossible? Naturally, the easiest thing to do is tap out. It may feel that way today, or it might hit you weeks from now. The Secret : If you are willing to do the hardest thing ever—finding the inner strength to face that hurdle head-on—you will persevere. T

As a child, I remember the day my father bought my first bicycle. Every kid gets excited about that first taste of two-wheeled freedom, and I was no exception. He gave me one rule: Don’t go too far. Stay within my eyesight. But I’ve always wanted to go beyond the boundaries to see just how far I could go. Predictably, I pushed it. I rode further than I was allowed, and as a result, I was grounded from my bike for a week. I remember the crushing disappointment and the agonizin

Wind down from the weekend and pivot from the chaos towards peace.

Hate is such a volatile word—arguably the most powerful in the English language. To hate is to feel a deep disgust or a complete loathing for a place, a person, or an ideology. It’s a word born from anger, fear, and a sense of personal threat. Unfortunately, it often drives people to perform regrettable acts or say things that spark negative and sometimes violent responses. Yet many of us use the word casually to emphatically express our extreme dislike for traffic jams, a ce

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The End of an Inspiring Movement This week marked the conclusion of the “Walk for Peace,”  an extraordinary movement that brought together individuals from diverse backgrounds—people of all ages, races, and nationalities—united by a shared commitment to peace, love, and kindness. The event served as a catalyst for reflection, especially as it coincided with Black History Month. It reminded many of the significant marches, walks, and protests throughout history that have champ

The Myth of the Great Escape We are often told that travel is an escape—a temporary reprieve from the "real world" involving white sand beaches and curated cuisines. But for those at a life crossroads, a quick getaway is rarely the cure for restlessness. I have always found that the most memorable parts of travel aren't the luxuries, but the immersion. It’s the deep dive into a culture vastly different from your own that triggers a transformation. I remember the heat of Guate

I came across a powerful quote today: “Want to support someone? Let them share their feelings without offering solutions.” Does that resonate with you? It certainly does with me. We’ve all been there. You carry a heavy heart and need to release emotions that have become too overwhelming to contain. You aren't looking for a manual; you're looking for an outlet. But instead of finding relief, your moment is hijacked by unsolicited advice, snap judgments, and quick fixes. This e

The Rhythm of Peace Over the past several months, a gentle but powerful movement has quietly woven itself into the fabric of our busy lives. This “Walk for Peace” features monks who travel by foot, beginning in Fort Worth, Texas, and heading toward Washington, D.C. Their approach is not loud or attention-seeking; instead, their message of hope, peace, and kindness is communicated through the simple, steady rhythm of their journey. While the world rushes by amidst noise and di

Making the Dream a Reality Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.—a Baptist minister, a courageous civil rights leader, and, in 1964, the youngest person ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Tragically, his message of peace and unity was met with violence; he was assassinated in 1968. Yet, his legacy continues to inspire us decades later to live out the vision he shared in his iconic 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech: a world where we strive to eliminate biases and prejudices f

Change is Inevitable Thousands of workers, not just those in federal government positions, have been negatively impacted by reduction-in-force efforts, agency reorganizations, and the current government shutdown. While these changes are rarely welcomed, they often serve as necessary redirections toward the paths and purposes we are meant to pursue. It is important not to let a work shutdown lead you to shut down your own life. Change is a constant in life and should be embrac

A Tribute to My Mother’s Strength My mother was one of the strongest people I know. She spent many years battling various illnesses, none of which took away her fighting spirit. Even on her last day on this earth, June 21, 2025, as I watched the lights dim in her eyes, I could see her still holding on to life. Her body could no longer hold that huge, loving, and bright spirit that defined her. I miss her dearly, but I understand that all of us are only here for a temporary se

A finale is the end, closer, or the conclusion of something. We often think of the finale as the end of a performance or a musical, but...

One of the hardest things a person could witness is the decline of their parents. The people that took care of you now need you to take care of them. Unfortunately, as adults we may have children, a job, or other responsibilities which makes it difficult to balance it all. When I became a caregiver for my mother, it was and continues to be a struggle to manage the emotional burden of guilt.   Guilt can come from many places. I often felt that I could not financially afford to

Good evening! Yeah! We are headed into the weekend! I hope you make some time for some self-care. Get a mani- and pedicure. Read some...

On a chilly night in January, I was born into this world to two young parents. While they loved me (and my siblings), they did not have...