A Mobilizer Must Understand Community

Do not apologize for seeing potential and beauty in every place, in every community. Those of you that follow me here on my blog and my consulting work know that I talk a lot about community. What is community? The answer is neither simple nor quickly defined–...

BE The THANKFULLNESS

 In every community, there is work to be done. In every nation, there are wounds to heal. In every heart, there is the power to do it. ~Marianne Williamson     It is Thanksgiving. This is my holiday and by far my absolute favorite.  Tomorrow I head  off I...

Thanks and Giving

This week I will be  spreading gratitude across the web – and across the world –  with a merry band of folks. Why you ask?  Not because of an official government holiday but because we believe thankfulness changes everything. I know this to be true....

I Take It Personally

  I’m a reflection of the community. Tupac Shakur     I am about building community.   I am about building strong, safe, educated, healthy communities and I have dedicated my 20+ years in the non profit world to this work.  20+ years of walking the walk…...

We are all Neighbors.

    We should learn to live and love our neighbors as ourselves for the sake of peace and progress. David McCallum    I believe the idea that one individual, with determination, dedication, and great passion can change the lives of many. Yeah, I said it.  Call me a...