If you’ve been showing up for this blog for years, you might remember I’ve learned that the secret of life is three things:
- Show up.
- Be gentle (with others and yourself).
- Tell the truth.
That simple wisdom keeps showing up for me. Now, let’s see what images are showing up on my iPhone.




































Those National Days will be showing up on Twitter soon, posted by this left hander.
Here’s a song that was showing up for me on my walk yesterday:
Here’s another version showing up on YouTube:
Thanks to all strangers and friends showing up here and now, including YOU.

I can always do one, often two, but not always three of the things on your list.
I’m grateful that you keep showing up here, Maureen.
Ann, that first photo is lovely! As for my dreams, lately it has been strangers.
What do you do on days when you don’t want to show up?
I show up anyway, in one way or another. So lovely to see you, Gigi!
Thanks Ann!
Your list is excellent. I do often think that it takes a little wisdom to balance between showing up and being kind to ourselves. It seems these days that I feel the weariness of being present to others these days. It may just be that I need a vacation. LOL!
Thanks for the excellent wisdom you share, my friend.
The original host and creator of the radio show “Says You!” was Richard Sher who’d frequently end by saying, “This show is best when we get your questions, your comments, but most of all when you show up.” I’m glad to be showing up here.
I love the way you keep showing up, Chris.
I absolutely love and agree with your 3 secrets to a good life. showing up is so incredibly important and I thank you for showing up for us each day.
I love the way you show up for us too, beth! 💕
It’s the truth that I find you to be kind in all your moments, Ann.
Thanks for showing up, my kind and truthful friend.
Powerful and simple wisdom Anne. Thank you for always showing up and being you 🙏🏼💐💖
Sorry to add the e on Anne. I’ve been communicating with my Mum with an e this week. Curious and special 💐
No need to apologize, Val. I always love and appreciate the way you show up for me and others.