Happy Birthday America!


America was built on many unique values and ideas. I think that we as a nation have diverged from some of these ideals. But, I want to discuss us as individuals. We have all heard the phrase, It takes a village....... Sometimes I feel that we are too dependent on others for our sources of everything. We rely too heavily on others, be it family or friends for our happiness and for help in the steering of our life. We can and should be our own "villages". Our willingness to take over control of our own helm adds to our own self-sufficiency and self-determination. There is much joy in maintaining control over the direction our life's journey takes.

Being your own village does not mean embracing isolation. For a balanced life is built upon the dual foundations of the inner and outer villages. Being your own village is a celebration of your ability to capably steer the course of your life.

Make a good day!