by abooker | Jan 1, 2026 | Self Love
A reflection on openness, grace, and presence A few weeks ago, I realized I had already written my year-end blog in my body, before the words arrived. I was lying in bed thinking about what this reflection would be about. My words for 2025 were open and grace. I...
by abooker | Jul 22, 2020 | Self Love
It’s been a while, and I’ve missed you! I’ve been giving myself some time to breathe “off the porch” and figure out the next steps “beyond the porch”…I hope you will continue the journey with me… A lot has happened since publishing my memoir, Getting Off...
by abooker | Jan 17, 2017 | Gratitude, Self Love
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” — Anais Nin As I watched President Obama give his farewell speech, my heart literally ached. I began to remember how I came to know him. Initially I was...