When I sit at my desk and start talking out loud (Yes, I do that), sometimes about what I’m writing or just thinking through the day, two sets of ears always perk up. Teddy lifts his head first, his eyes soft and steady, as if to say, Go on, I’m listening. Bear usually follows, sometimes …
It has been a while since we last drove up to Arnold in the California Sierra foothills. A place that has always felt like home to me. The air carries a familiar scent of pine earth, which feels like a steadying hand on my shoulder.Ā Unfortunately, California is prone to wildfires. Global warming has intensified …
Some days seem to spin too fast, the to-do list is long, the news is noisy, and even the dogs seem to sense the weight in the air. Thatās when I like to turn things over to my in-house expert on calm living and soulful rest: Dr. Teddy. Today, heās offering some wise (and very …
I remember the first time I saw a picture of Jane Goodall. It wasn’t in a textbook or a formal documentary. It was a simple, black-and-white photo of a young woman with a kind face and a blonde ponytail, sitting quietly in the forest, her gaze fixed on a family of chimpanzees. There was a …
This morning, something wonderful happened: I woke to the soft, steady sound of rain. Instead of rolling over in bed, I wanted to get outside and feel it. Rainy days hold a magic I can’t resist. Leaving Teddy and Bear home, I grabbed my umbrella and stepped into the quiet, rain-washed world.Ā The October rains are …
I remember the first time I held each of my sons, that overwhelming wave of love and a silent promise to protect them forever. As a mother, you feel this instinct deep in your bones. But what happens when the world you’re preparing them for doesn’t fully understand how their mind works? This is a …
There’s a special magic in the first crisp fall day. You can feel the shift in the air, promising something cozy ahead. For me, fall is more than a season; it’s a series of small moments that bring warmth, reflection, and joy. It feels like the world takes a deep breath before winter arrives.Ā After settling …
The teddy bearās origin is a tale of compassion and creativity. It begins with an American president. In November 1902, President Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt went on a hunting trip in Mississippi. The hunt was slow. To avoid sending the President home empty-handed, his guides cornered and tied a black bear to a willow tree for …
My path to leadership didnāt start in a classroom. After high school, I didnāt have the opportunity to attend college immediately because my family needed me, and I had to get a job to help my mother pay the bills. That early responsibility shaped so much of who I am. I spent years juggling work …
It feels like every time I turn on the news or scroll through my phone, there’s another headline that makes my shoulders tighten and my stomach clench. The world feels heavy right now, a complicated mix of uncertainty and division that can be hard to carry. Some days, it’s a genuine struggle to find the …
