Friday, July 22

HORSES FOR ORPHANS.

Meet Richard and Ingela Larsson Smith. They are traveling south from British Colombia to photograph wild horses. By motorcycle. I found them and their story fascinating.


Giddy up, now!

Wednesday, July 20

LIVE TODAY FOR ROB.



This post is dedicated to the one and only, Rob THE McLendon, who is fighting for his life right now! This iron man, world traveler, lover of life, and best friend needs our support... Please give him your thoughts, your prayers, your energy, and all your good vibrations in whatever way that you do. I know he can feel our presence and our love as he pushes through the greatest journey yet. Rob was recently forced into oncoming traffic while riding a moped on the Isle of Ibiza off of the coast of Spain. He's in critical condition and we are keeping up with his progress on an awesome website, the caring bridge (search robmclendon). I have complete faith that Rob will win this race... but he needs us! Thank you, thank you, thank you- Spread the word! And don't for a second take this beautiful, wild life for granted. Live today for Rob!!

PS. Just got this stellar update from Jackson, Rob's brother via the caring bridge- Very encouraging! Pearly whites, no paralysis, gently shaven, oh my! Read on...


Today was a stable day for Rob.

We met with the doctor as usual after our 1:00 PM appointment, and she confirmed that after review, the fractures he had in his vertebrae were not indicative of paralysis. While we did believe this was the case, it was nonetheless soothing to hear out loud.

We had further discussion of the potential tracheotomy, and if events continue along their expected path, the operation will occur early next week. Once again this is a practical measure, and it would reduce the likelihood of bacterial infection.

On the cosmetic side, Rob had his teeth brushed, and his pearly whites are visible for all to see. He also had a gentle shave, and is quite handsome even from my point of view.

Mom and I are holding up well, and the encouragement we have received from all of you has been enormously helpful in maintaining our spirit. Each and every email and comment is appreciated.

Thank you, and we will update again soon.

Mom wanted to add that her email is smclendon7@gmail.com and that she enjoys reading each message sent to her.



Sunday, July 10

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS.


A perfect stranger got me today. Let us grow increasingly creative and spontaneous in our efforts to spread good cheer.

Friday, June 10

LEAVE A TRAIL.

DO NOT GO WHERE THE PATH MAY LEAD. GO INSTEAD WHERE THERE IS NO PATH AND LEAVE A TRAIL.

RALPH WALDO EMERSON

Thursday, June 9

ROOTS.

No one comes from the earth like grass

we come like trees

we all have

ROOTS

-Maya Angelou