At the Heart for Gordon Gala, Jimmy Matthews declared, “I’m the Phantom!”—revealing a decades-old secret that most in the room barely registered. But at one table, the weight of unspoken history settled in. As curiosity spread, a silent exchange with one of Gordon’s keepers of the stories gave permission: Go ahead. In that moment, it became clear—the Phantom wasn’t the only untold story. And it was time to tell them.
Category: Passion & Purpose
Some Things Never Change
It's interesting to reflect on where we've been as we look forward to where we may be going. When I started this blog I thought I could write about topics that would help others overcome barriers and get out of their own way. I suppose that goal was achieved, but not for others, not in … Continue reading Some Things Never Change
Speaking My Truth
Ryran keeps telling me that I have to write a book to explain what has changed in me over the past year. He talks to other political figures and business leaders who complain about going to functions alone because their spouses are very uncomfortable in social situations. I get it. People who are naturally social … Continue reading Speaking My Truth
Looking For The Positive
Life is full of experiences. The way we interpret the meaning of those experiences is up to each of us. Just like we all have different preferences in music and food, we also have different ways of understanding the people and events that happen around us. A few weeks ago, I started to feel frustrated. … Continue reading Looking For The Positive