RE-DEFINING SUCCESS: Woos and Woes

Sheelagh Cabalda is a partner, mama and educator, who has worked extensively in youth development, cultural studies, multicultural counseling, cancer support, higher education, events administration and non-profit management. Redefining success is a combination of positive & changing self-concept, inner directedness and a balance of priorities. It is personal empowerment -- taking charge over what we can control & accepting what we cannot. Every day is an attempt to do just that.

15.3.18

Strong shadows

Sweatered, hat & gloves, and winter coated up, I stepped out for my hike around the lake this morning in crisp 30+ degree March wind and caught myself in a moment as I saw the Japanese maple in our front yard and its shadow on our home . . .

their shadows follow me

in silent pauses

through memories' years

oh, Dad

oh, Dearest Friend

oh, Lolas & Lolos

oh, Manangs & Manongs

oh, Wanted Children

your steps alongside mine

each stride supports me

as i lean into my breathing space

breathing in love

breathing out hope