Entries by Gika Rector

Front-Porch Conversations

Perhaps the best way to be fully human is to experience the richness of life—the good, the bad, and the ugly. As sad as I am to watch dear friends wind down their lives, I’m equally grateful for the richness and grace that their lives have added to mine.

Feelin’ Stupid

We all do things sometimes that make us feel stupid. But after we get past wondering how much “more stupider” we could possibly be, we find that risking failure is a way toward exploration, creativity, and innovation.

Pain and Grace

She was fun, totally fun. Life was an adventure, a joy, something to relish with friends and loved ones. Until it wasn’t. Until it all came crashing in and it was too much.

Overwhelm

Monday mornings are tricky. If you get out on the wrong side of the bed, it can stay with you all week long. If you get off on the right foot, things fall into place and you breeze through your days. Sweet.