When I first started writing (almost two years ago!) I honestly had no clue of who would read this.  I assumed that I would dwell on a virtual island, throwing my thoughts out into cyber space and hoping that someone other than my mother found what I was sharing useful.  What has happened is far beyond what I could have ever anticipated.

So many of you have reached out to me for advice while sharing your own insights.  It is a blessing to be part of such a wonderful community that challenges and encourages its members.  I have met amazing people and as I flip through my old blog posts I see that I have grown so much because of all of you.

Blogging is a labor of love.  Not only love for writing and researching but also love for connecting and sharing.  It is also a risk as the moment I push “submit” I am making myself vulnerable; I take full ownership of my words yet I know that are interpreted by many different eyes.  But there is power in that vulnerability as it enables me to form relationships that would otherwise be inaccessible. And the fact that these relationships are being formed over the importance of service and inclusion make the risk worthwhile.

So whether you read, comment, share, or email your thoughts on this blog, Thank You!  Your encouragement pushes me to keep reflecting, keep blogging, and keep serving.  You’ve become a big part of my life and I am looking forward to more conversations and connections.

I hope you are all having a fabulous Thanksgiving!