Welcome beneath the storytelling tree.

Silhouette of a person playing a traditional string instrument, sitting on a patterned rug under a large tree in a savanna landscape with distant trees and a setting sun.

This is not just a library. It’s a circle of tales — each one whispered with care, wrapped in metaphor, and sent into the world like a seed on the wind.

Here, I share short stories that spark joy, stir thought, and sometimes nudge your perspective sideways. They don’t take long to read, but they tend to linger — like drumbeats in the chest or echoes in the dusk.

Wander through the stories below. Some will make you smile. Others might make you pause. All are offered with the hope that they add a little more sunlight to your day.

Take your time, reflect, and pass it on if it speaks to you. Stories are alive as long as they’re shared.

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The Whisper That Keeps Me From Letting Go: Leading With Heart When Reason Says “Give Up”

As a leader in development and humanitarian work, I’ve felt the weight of doubt and exhaustion. In this reflection, I share what keeps me from giving up — a quiet inner whisper rooted in purpose, daily gratitude, and a deep commitment to those we serve, even when reason tells me to let go.

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