backstory

a little glimpse into the meaning behind the title of this blog:

i heard this statement last year at a conference called catalyst west that forever changed my definition of righteousness:

righteousness is simply doing the next right thing you know you ought to do.

dallas willard said this. wise words from a wise man. inspired me to ask the question, "what is the next right thing?" i think we all have an innate desire to do what is right. and often, the right thing to do is right next to you. my computer or my droid is always right next to me. both can be used to do what is right. whether it's communicating with people who want to connect with others, sharing moments with photos or video, giving what you can to causes such as charity:water or compassion, or even writing a blog, there's always something you can do. for me, using words to share in life's joy, passion, pain, tension, and even laughter is the right thing that is right next to me. this is just a place to share life with others out there. this world is a tough place to live in alone and you don't have to. whatever you are going through or thinking about, bring it. share it.

what is right next to you that is the right thing to do?

hate to admit it

so i woke up with these lyrics floating in my head: "all you have to do is, close your eyes and just reach out your hand..." definitely a "hate to admit it, but i know the words to this song by heart!" moment. know what song this is? what's your "hate to admit it" moment today?