Personal growth
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Recovering from surgery
“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” ~Jalaluddin Rumi Lake Michigan sunset / Cindy La Ferle On Thursday, I had surgery for the removal and biopsy of a lesion on my lower right eyelid. It was the fourth time a surgeon sliced into my face for skin cancer — so you’d think I’d be used to this sort of thing by now. This time, however, the problem was right next to my eye, making the procedure more creepy — and me more nervous — than usual. And this time, I knew I’d be knocked out with anesthesia, which added another layer of complexity. As my ophthalmic surgeon explained, she…
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Finding your way when you’re lost
“Pay close attention to your inner compass. If you stop steering by your own compass, you’ll hit a rumble strip. Don’t panic. Just question your assumptions and you’ll be back on the road in no time.” ~Martha Beck Cindy La Ferle
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The beauty of real conversations
“True happiness arises from the friendship and conversation of a few select companions.” ~Joseph Addison A boxed set of Picture a Conversation(TM) cards by Debra and Martin Darvick Debra Darvick, a longtime pal of mine, has created a brilliant card deck that’s sure to revive what she calls “the endangered art” of simple conversation. I’m so enthused — and proud of my friend — that I want to share Picture a Conversation with you. A little background: For several years, Debra and her husband, Martin, have been designing and selling greeting cards that combine Martin’s beautiful photography with Debra’s inspirational messages. But that was just the beginning of this talented couple’s…








