Moving from midnight toward dawn
I’ve already come out of the closet as someone who listens for the voices of my ancestors, the moon, rocks and water, and then writes down what I hear. So I suspect you won’t be surprised to find out that I take dictation from other voices, too. The process of listening for truths that lie …
I was born an Eight-eyed Steam Girl. The fire of natural gas and oil shot through me from below; ancient waters poured down from above. The mixing was wild and chaotic. Fluid emotions and flaming passion combined to propel me down the tracks, rocking back and forth with my own rhythm. I could see where …
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Are you searching for something in 2020 more satisfying than the status quo? Me too. It’s been quite a journey: I grew up saluting a country proclaiming freedom for all, only to discover that “all” never meant everyone. I grew up in an all-white Texas church, never understanding that when Jesus said, “Love your neighbor …
Tuesday, August 30, was the 10th Anniversary of the coming out party for Big Topics at Midnight: A Texas Girl Wakes Up to Race, Class, Gender and Herself. I just finished reading the book cover to cover for the first time since it was published. Of course, for me, this isn’t just a book. It …
For a woman deeply committed to partnership, too often I unsheathe my trusty, time-worn sword before I realize I’m in the middle of a fight with a colleague. In the moment that I grasp that sword’s hilt, the steam that’s been building (unnoticed) inside me jumps into action. An unconscious power is thrown behind my …
Nine months ago, my Texas roots were in high gear. I struggled to grip the reigns as two organizations dear to my heart began preparations to come together for a Trailblazing Boards of Directors meeting in February. As we galloped toward our time together in Atlanta, I tried to hold onto my different hats—my Wisdom …
It matters where my words take root. I will write anywhere inspiration hits—on a street corner, in the bathroom or while riding (not driving) in a car. I regularly slip off to Alivar Coffeehouse a few blocks away to do a bit of editing or play with an idea. But when I’m writing about big …
My favorite part of the Academy Awards is the thank you speeches.* I love watching someone take the stage amid cheers, take a deep breath and say a big grateful wow to all the work, support, energy and heart that led to that moment. I’m not sure I’ll ever be on an awards show, but …