There is a lot I teach myself. That doesn't mean I've stopped looking for a soulmate mentor.

I don't do coffee as 'cult'. I'm addicted to the weight of the morning cup in my hand and its life-giving power.

I often look at my kids and imagine what'll it be like when they're grown. I try to talk to them now as if they're grown already - this way I feel they'll be prepared, for life after us.

I am becoming a better friend, and as a result, I'm having more. I crave friendships more now, too. I still have a long way to go, though.

I still love silences. Now I enjoy more outside silences - of the ocean, of the woods, of the nighttime rain.

Trees have permanence, which satisfies my anxiety, and steady indifference, which calms me down. I'm rather a fan of the trees.

I'm not a good photographer (in the professional sense). But I enjoy the image composition even if I only use iPhone for photos. Some do turn out rather well.