Gifts Seen and Unseen- A Story From The Heart of a Hunter

Late yesterday afternoon, Liz and I walked by the river in the cottonwood bosque, timing our arrival to the evening fly in of our overwintering Sandhill Cranes.  There is nothing that I’ve experienced… Read More →

Gearing up for Summer Reading Tour- yes already!

I’m excited about the artwork my friend Peter Menice created for next summer’s library tour. Take a look and please forward to libraries and schools who you think might enjoy a visit from … Read More →

An Ancient Story for Events in Egypt

The unfolding events in Egypt are fueling hopes, fears, and a large dose of uncertainty.  When (or will) Mubarak bow out for instance?  How long will it take to make a transition to… Read More →

You’re Absolutely Right!

In a previous post (Stop the War) I wrote about the practice of Nevermind, the rare ability to let go of a strongly held position,  which for me is epitomized by Liz’s classic… Read More →

It’s About Time!

Just as I was marveling at how fast the past year went by, and how short time is, I remembered  how a shepherd boy answered the question posed to him by a wise… Read More →

A Cautionary Tale for Frogs and Peeps

The Two Frogs I’m posting this especially for my friends and colleagues on the Reinvention Path as the Summit winds down.  By the way, there is a very similar story from the Hasidic… Read More →

The Most Precious Thing

Here’s a story that has a lot of resonance for me lately.  My partner Liz Mangual and I have adapted it from a version by Jim May we found in More Ready to… Read More →

What Do You Bring To The Feast?

Here’s a story offering as I prepare to participate on an online Reinvention Summit.  I’ve encountered versions from Africa and from  Europe.   The setting of course could be anywhere where we gather with… Read More →