Transitions

Are You Contemplating a New Journey?

After 45 years in Phoenix, surrounded by the desert’s light, space, and stories, we made a move that surprised even us: we packed up our lives and headed for the mountains of Prescott.

At first, it was not just for a change of scenery, but to say “yes” to something more profound. A new chapter. A new stretch of road where we could practice our art, faith, and build a new community, one that could take on new shapes.

If you know me, you know I’ve always believed in the power of ideas, beauty, and belief to move people into action, into relationship, into transformation. That belief has been my compass through years of creating, gathering, building, and speaking life into others.

Sandra has always provided grounding, a second opinion, and sometimes just a dose of reality to counter my wild mood swings. But she was on board, and at times even more than I.

A catalyst sparks movement—

A catalyst is what speeds up a reaction by making it easier and faster for the reaction to occur, without being used up or changed itself.

A catalyst doesn’t have to be a chemical—it can be a person, an event, or even an idea that sparks change. Just like in science, a catalyst in life helps things move faster or in a new direction.

This move wasn’t easy. Leaving a familiar rhythm is never easy. But it was necessary.

Here’s what I’ve learned

  • You don’t have to have it all figured out to take the next step.
  • When you move with intention, clarity follows.
  • Starting again is not starting over—it’s starting deeper.

This newsletter isn’t just an update. It’s a call to action—not only for me, but for you.

What’s stirring in your spirit?
What project, move, conversation, or leap of faith have you been postponing?

I would appreciate hearing from you.
Tell me where you are. What you’re dreaming of. What you’re stepping into—or resisting.

This journey isn’t just mine. It’s ours.
Let this be your invitation to begin something bold.
The world needs what’s inside you.

Sometimes it takes a “nudge”. Dreams are kinetic.

With gratitude and expectation,

Posing at an open gate

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