The Power of Story in Our Lives
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August 2023
I love watching things get fixed—homes, yards, even a butter-loving dog’s torn leg. There’s joy in creating a solution, in seeing a beginning, middle, and end. Fixing reminds me that creativity and care can make broken things whole—and that sometimes, dental floss and Preparation H can save the day.
Jane Interviewed by the Redmond Spokesman
August 15, 2023 Read the article about Jane in the Redmond Spokesman. The title of the article is “Stepping out onto a cloud: Redmond writer Jane Kirkpatrick found her voice after midlife career change.” It was written by Tim Trainor. The following is an excerpt from the article: “…now decades after jumping into a second […]
July 2023
When life stalls, don’t panic—dip the nose, breathe deep, look ahead. Preparation and presence, not fear, will lift you. Whether in flight or faith, there’s always an instructor in the cockpit.
June 2023
Focus comes from the hearth — the center of warmth, purpose, and connection. In settling into our new home, I’ve rediscovered that center through neighbors, writing, and caring for Jerry. May you find your own focus and keep the fire going.
August 2023 Event
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July 2023 Event
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April 2023
On Easter, a blue heron landed precariously on a palm frond, trusting its wings more than the fragile perch. It reminded me to pause, be still, and say “yes” to stillness and kindness—accepting gifts and grace rather than always doing and controlling everything.
March 2023
We’re often held hostage by stories of fear, unworthiness, and doubt. The antidote? Recommit to your goals, focus on what you can control, and act with courage. Even in imperfect moments, we’re worthy—deserving effort, attention, and respect. Let’s transform our stories and move forward.
January 2023
January 2023 Story Sparks “I really like your shoes,” I told the woman. We were in the urology clinic waiting room, had just checked in. Jerry and I had sat down, a guy was at the desk and this woman still stood in line, that gentlemen ahead of her. “They are kind of funky, aren’t […]