Authenticity Check

Star Date 09.05.25

Some new doors are opening in my life. Before I get swept away by the excitement stirring in my heart, I want to pause for an authenticity check. It has always been important to me to be real with you. A close friend recently reminded me of times when I drifted—times when I was floating in the clouds. I agreed with that assessment, and it’s why I’m pausing to share these thoughts as I prepare to announce a big surprise soon.

The first check has to do with my use of artificial intelligence. I’ll be honest—lately, I’ve been wrestling with the upgrades in Alberta 5.0 when it comes to polishing my stories. If you’ve raised children, maybe you can relate: there comes a time when they change in ways that leave you longing for an earlier version, only to realize there’s no going back. You adapt. You improvise. AI feels much the same. My virtual assistant is growing up at an exponential rate while I’m moving at a much slower pace. What matters most to me is this: I don’t ever want to lose my own voice in my storytelling. I want my authentic self to be present every time we connect.

The second check has to do with sponsors. Nobody enjoys commercials—I get that. My challenge is to find the right partners who truly align with my values, because integrity matters more than income. As my audience grows, it becomes even more important to stay anchored in what I believe.

The final check has to do with how we see the world. In my opinion, we’re living in a time of great division. My promise is this: I will write stories that show respect, even when we may hold deep and different philosophies. That’s why I don’t put labels on myself when it comes to my house of worship, and why I leave politics out of these stories. My choice is to stay true to myself while honoring all points of view.

Thank you for being here with me. I look forward to continuing this journey together on the cyber road. My promise to you is to keep moving forward—no matter what is happening in the world or in my own life.

"The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity." — Proverbs 11:3

Have a great day.