When I first began writing about the Walk for Peace, the monks were still walking, moving step by step and mile by mile through towns and long stretches of open road, carrying peace through presence, intention, and the shared rhythm of walking together. They have now reached Washington, D.C., completing their 2,300-mile journey that began in Texas. After fifteen weeks on the road, they crossed into the capital and were welcomed by thousands who gathered in silence to honor what they had...

Have you ever noticed how the space between Christmas and New Year’s feels a little different? There’s that steady build-up toward Christmas, full of lights, traditions, and anticipation. Then things slow just enough to catch your breath before the excitement of New Year’s Eve approaches. The days leading into a new year carry a mix of emotions, excitement, reflection, and a little restlessness. The lights are still glowing, celebrations are still unfolding, and there’s a hum in the air as...

My cat Kayla loves to lay under the Christmas tree. There’s something about animals that feels especially comforting during the holidays. Maybe it’s the quiet way they stay close when we’re tired inside, or the way they seem to sense when our hearts are a little heavier than we let on. Or maybe it’s simply that when the world grows louder with lists and expectations, animals remain exactly as they are. Present, loving, and steady. Almost like their own gentle reminder that we can slow down...