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Are You a Peacemaker or a Peacekeeper?

What is the difference between these two words? On the surface they seem to be the same, yet when you really dive into it they are very different. For a large part of my life I have worked at being a peacekeeper. Which means, trying to make sure everyone is happy, walking on eggshells, andContinue reading “Are You a Peacemaker or a Peacekeeper?”

A Faith-Based Life Coach in an AI World

I have been considering this for a while and finally felt compelled to blog about it. For those of you who are wondering. Artificial intelligence (AI) is growing in leaps and bounds. One of the most commonly used tool for AI is ChatGPT. It is an artificial intelligence program designed to simulate human-like conversation. ChatGPTContinue reading “A Faith-Based Life Coach in an AI World”

Dakota and the Crossroads

A couple of years ago I went to Logan, Utah for the weekend and was able to spend some one on one time with my son Dakota. It was a breathtaking adventure in more ways than one. We went 4 wheeling in his truck. I was touched by the way he watched out for meContinue reading “Dakota and the Crossroads”

Dr. Kim

I woke up as a Dr. this morning for the first time. It has left me contemplative and grateful. Not quite celebratory maybe that will come with the graduation ceremony in coming weeks. I can’t quite explain how it feels to achieve a goal I have had for over 40 years. As many of youContinue reading “Dr. Kim”

Bravery and Procrastination

Bravery & Procrastination I always pick a word for the year. It is part of my process. Like a compass the word keeps me headed in the direction of my vision while I tackle everyday tasks. Every January I review and update my vision board, set annual goals, and identify a theme word. This yearContinue reading “Bravery and Procrastination”

Conflict, Patience, & Gratitude

Conflict, Patience, & Gratitude Recently, I had the blessing of attending a baptism and experiencing that joyful, peaceful feeling of the spirit. I was taken back to the day I was baptized. It was so long ago that I was actually baptized in the Salt Lake City tabernacle on temple square. The baptismal font isContinue reading “Conflict, Patience, & Gratitude”

Singing and Miracles

I look for God’s hand in my life everyday. More and more I see the little miracles when God is watching over me. Some ways are obvious and others are subtle or not even realized until long after. Looking back on my life, I see many hard things as the blessings or gifts they areContinue reading “Singing and Miracles”

What I Know About Love

It is Valentine’s day! The day of LOVE. I have so many things I want to share with you about how I finished off 2022, started 2023, picked my word of the year, updated my vision board, set my goals…blah, blah, blah. But this post is dedicated to Love. I have learned so much aboutContinue reading “What I Know About Love”