Two feathers, years apart, appeared at moments when I was being asked to let go and begin again. This is a story about signs, self-doubt, and what can happen when we stop rejecting ourselves before anyone else gets the chance.

I never would have imagined, growing up as a queer kid in the small coastal town of Pacific Grove, that one day we would celebrate Pride here at home. And I never would have dreamed that my family would be standing there with me, surrounded by neighbors, color, singing, laughter, and love. And yet, here we are. This week, as our community gathered to raise the inclusive flag, I was filled with joy, gratitude, and pride for this town and the people who continue to show up with courage,...

A year can’t be captured in nine photos. This year taught me that visibility grows alongside vulnerability—and that magic arrives when we loosen our grip on the outcome. This is a year-end reflection and a new-year invitation: release the mind’s restrictions, stay faithful to what you’re building, and let synchronicity meet you in the open.