2022-06-14 21:07
I disrobe, lay face down, and breathe deeply.
She comes first to my feet, and when she touches them, there is a spark of energy. She responds by saying, “Wow, you really do fly.&rd&hell…Read More
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2021-12-30 07:41
The journey of each of our lives takes its own path. We create it each day, with our every action and inaction.
My journey has taken the shape of a nomadic businesswoman and philanthropi… Read More
2021-12-08 06:51
The Blue Pearl – by John OberdorfToday would have been my father Wally’s 74th birthday. It has been just over a decade of mourning his death. Too soon to have lost a father and f… Read More
2021-12-04 17:24
To the alchemy of creating the life you live!
I’ve missed you. You’ve been on hiatus. But you were there all along.
The source that makes me uniquely Miel. Wha… Read More
2017-03-25 21:03
I love this song. It reminds me of love at its best. Of self love and love for others.
You will be the one who loves you the most.
It’s akin to the adage “wherever you go, there… Read More
2016-09-15 03:28
You had me at clean cookstoves.
I definitely fell for your passion and your commitment to life. You got me says it all. You had me wondering if you could be the one. I tried to play it coo… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
Oregon is a lovely state that has folks thinking of the Goonies, or elicits legends about young folks retiring to Portland. I’ve been back now for 10 days after nearly 11 years living… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
It is both the most fun thing to dance, or an endless task list. Normally the later means that things are moving and that progress is being made, and the former means that you are having a g… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
Ladies nights are such a treat. On Monday I was lucky enough to have a dear friend organize a fun ladies night with dinner at Nel Centro and see a performance of The Moth Radio at The Schnit… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
As I start this new year, I find myself in such an interesting space of discovery. I’m exactly where I’ve dreamed and created in my mind’s eye for decades. I have all that… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
Let me introduce you to Rocky Duwani. He is Ghana’s Bob Marley. He is also the official UN Foundation Ambassador for the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves. Unlike many other celebri… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
I find myself marveling at the wonder of my life. Adam and I started our work day (after a smoothie breakfast and a round of Catan), with a run to meet with a board member of InStove at a ne… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
I am delighted to share that Adam and I will be getting married in Eugene, Oregon on July 16th. We are over the moon and very thrilled about this. After some hinting, Adam proposed to me by… Read More
2016-04-20 11:20
Storytelling is one of the most basic essentials of humanity. It is both for the storyteller and the listener. We both learn. We both grow.
Last night I attended a sold-out show for The Mot… Read More
2016-03-02 13:07
I am delighted to share that Adam and I will be getting married in Eugene, Oregon on July 16th. We are over the moon and very thrilled about this. After some hinting, Adam proposed to me by… Read More
2016-01-04 08:25
Last night, I had a special guest stay at my house: an international guest. I didn’t find her on Airbnb or couch surfing. She was an asylum seeker from Central America, and she had com… Read More
2015-12-31 12:39
As the year comes to an end I found myself considering holiday cards. I’ve been more consistent than not with sending holiday cards over the years. This came from my love of mail, as w… Read More
2015-12-31 06:31
I find myself in a really interesting space in time. I’m one of those planner types. I like to plan things. It may look from afar that I’m spontaneous, but most often I’m p… Read More
2015-12-17 02:15
Introducing Alanna Miel. I have chosen to change back to my maiden first names after my recent divorce. My maiden name was Alanna Miel Davis, and I have been Miel Hendrickson for nearly a de… Read More
2015-12-15 23:33
Storytelling is one of the most basic essentials of humanity. It is both for the storyteller and the listener. We both learn. We both grow.
Last night I attended a sold-out show for The Mot… Read More
2015-12-13 19:12
I will be sharing a number of posts about our most recent adventures in Ghana, but it feels suiting to start by reflecting on traveling as a mom.
Road warriors like myself, willing to travel… Read More
2015-11-14 08:55
Today is a big day! We are headed back to my village, Dorfor Adidome. I lived there for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer, from 1999-2001. Sometimes people chuckle at my reference to &ldq&hell…Read More
2015-11-12 21:43
Let me introduce you to Rocky Duwani. He is Ghana’s Bob Marley. He is also the official UN Foundation Ambassador for the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves. Unlike many other celebri… Read More
2015-11-06 07:27
Going back to Ghana feels like the stars have aligned to have me meet so many incredible Africans at once. Not only will I be going back to Ghana, but I will also be doing so in both profess… Read More
2015-11-03 18:40
Finally. After 14 years, I will be returning to Ghana for a visit. It feels pretty incredible. I definitely have visions of Ghana going through my mind. Negotiating in Twi and Ewe in my hea… Read More
2015-08-28 18:45
Adam & Miel at Olivia Beach for the first time together.
I manifested a man from Paradise. Paradise, CA, that is. Just as with all of the adventures of my life thus far, I have manifeste… Read More
2014-10-10 06:01
Today marks the end of an era. After nearly six year, I’ve completed my work with International Medical Corps. It’s been really a tremendous experience. I’ve been very fort… Read More
2014-08-20 15:42
We are building a bridge!
One of the many cool aspects about being a Rotarian is working on cool projects throughout the world. They say it is like having your own foundation, and it truly i… Read More
2014-08-16 04:19
This nomad’s life has changed pretty dramatically. I am now on a flight for the first time in over six months. I haven’t stayed put for that long since I moved to Washington ten… Read More
2014-06-18 17:54
On my own Birthday I thought I would share the birth story of our first baby. I couldn’t ask for a better present on my 37th Birthday!
Clark was born on a beautiful Saturday mor… Read More
2014-05-22 18:05
Side angle at ten days before due date
This yogini mama is in the final stretch of pregnancy! With ten days before my due date, I figured it was time to document my progress with a few photo… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I hit a new threshold yesterday. I was in a meeting discussing new business opportunities in Asia. The conversation brought up the need for someone to go out to Myanmar to work on a couple… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I'm going to celebrate being alive. I'm also going to celebrate this child growing inside of me.
Yep, that's right, I'm pregnant! It's clearly taken me awhile to announce on my blog… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I am delightedly back from the Philippines for Christmas in Washington, but I can’t help but reflect on the overwhelming show that the Philippines puts on for the holiday. The Ph… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I landed in Washington yesterday morning, and wrote this from my hotel room in Manila, but wanted to share a few quick reviews for those traveling to Manila. I know I often look for si… Read More
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