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Bethany writes thank you notes to Beatrix’s teachers at the end of each year. Here’s part of one of the replies she received…

Beatrix also gave me a gift. She told me a lot about her love and care of houseplants. One day, my husband sent me a plant arrangement as a gift, and I was watering it. Beatrix showed me how she puts water right where the plant grows. I remember that every time I water my houseplants: make sure the water goes to the source. I’m sure there’s a metaphor in there. πŸ™‚

Make sure the water goes to the source.

Indeed.

The old protect the young, then the young protect the old. This is the way.

β€” The Mandalorian and Grogu

Memorial Day Cabin Weekend

You might remember that Patrick’s words for 2026 were “Adjust and Adapt” and mine is “Resilience.” So here was a great chance to put this into practice.

Sometimes, your cabin plans are not what your cabin has planned.

A Productive Conversation | Making Space for Grace (PM Talks S3E5)

Patrick Rhone is back, and so is PM Talks β€” the monthly series where Patrick and I take our time with one idea and actually see where it goes. This is Season 3, Episode 5, and Patrick has just returned from a trip to Greece with his family β€” a trip built around anniversary celebrations, Mamma Mia filming locations, and the kind of serendipitous moments that only happen when you’re open enough to notice them.

Always a good time.