I came home from first grade and said, "Mom, show and tell should be me everyday." My mom tried to gently explain that the other kids needed a chance, to which I replied, "The other kids don't want...
Cultivating Community
Succulent Wild San Francisco
One of my favorite Succulent Wild Relationships is with the city of San Francisco, aka SARKFrancisco;-) When I moved here 30 years ago, I said that someone took a picture of my heart, drew a city...
Loving My Succulent Wild Relationships
Dearest Adventure Bean, In addition to my beloved partner John- and my Succulent Wild Relationship with myself- my friends, family and readers amaze me all the time, in ordinary and extraordinary...
Love is like Really Hot Chocolate
Dear Life-loving Human, As we took the clothes out of the dryer, I noticed major rust colored streaks on almost every piece of clothing! I immediately thought that it must be something in the...
The Miracles of Packing
My beloved partner John, our dear friend Edward and I are going to Cancun Mexico tomorrow for a vacation, and for my birthday! I love to pack. I might love packing more than actually going....
A Holiday Chard for You
Dear Dream Boat,Here's a little Holiday Chard for you:-) Happiest Solstice, Merry Christmas & all other holy*days to you from me! And a most abundant and relaxed New Year. This glowing vegetable...
TED-aaaahhh!
TED-aaaahhh! That’s the word that comes to mind when I think of the fabulous time I had at the TEDxFIDI Women event in San Francisco last week. I am constantly amazed and inspired by Succulent Women...
Afterglowing
I am basking in the glow of having just launched our new site.(sight) I just love it and am so blessed to have what I call "the best team on the Internet." People amaze me with all of their gifts...
Flower Power of Love
My 7 year-old spiritual godchild Jonah just graduated from first grade, and I felt guided to create a symbol of how loved and supported he is. I made a big flower with space in the center for a...