The news on the radio transformed me. I generally choose to remain oblivious to the news channels because I get numbed-out by the...

Radha Krishna India Ink on glass panel. Beads and rhinestones.

I sit here by the window on a rainy, drizzly morning, listening to the drilling, grilling, grinding sounds of metal outside. Last rites...

The people were nervous... and worried. "Fly," said a little girl... "Fly!" But it wouldn't. There was no joy. None at all. No joy left...

I am learning. A new lifestyle. Of turning any event, even painfully negative ones, into some source of joy. And of sharing this skill...

On January 20, 2020, I had the immense honor of representing the Town of Garrett Park, MD at the Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s...

On January 20, 2020, I had the immense honor of representing the Town of Garrett Park, MD at the Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s...

Tonight, I end my day in prayer for the anniversary of 9.11 + the death anniversaries of the parents of two of my dear friends. This is a...

Freshly created to mark the anniversary of 9.11.01. Choosing Love and Peace over War is always possible.

The Random Hearts Project: Serendipity in Action

This is my note to myself today. And to anyone who may benefit from it. In 2014, I was facing some major challenges. It seemed like I...

Namaste. With the political season upon us, it is quite easy to drown in the negative ads and divisive speeches in the media. As far back...

Namaste. Today starts the nine-day holy period in India of the celebration of the Hindu Goddess Durga/Shakti and her various avatars. As...

Trauma is something we all instinctively avoid. It is a basic avoidance needed for our survival. But what if we choose to look at a...

I am learning. A new lifestyle. Of turning any event, even painfully negative ones, into some source of joy. And of sharing this skill...

Healing begins with voicing against oppression. Whether you are heard or not. Whether results happen immediately, or not. That voice...

Not feel like laughing today? Well, then you must! Laughter is one of the positive ways to handle all that life throws at you. But one...

Go where you are cherished, Not where you are tolerated. Go where eyes sparkle on seeing you, And hearts flutter with joy for you. Do not...

Being grateful when times are good is easy. Anyone can do that. But when challenging times confront us, it is necessary to use gratitude...