Tuesday, February 17, 2026

30 Days to Launch


Stardate 02.17.2026

Where in the World is Wilson? — a coloring book — is preparing to quietly arrive on Amazon.

Because of generous, anonymous donors, Wilson will also be making his way into hospital rooms.

That sentence still humbles me.

What remains now is not inspiration.
It’s logistics.

There are HIPAA considerations to honor. Distribution pathways to think through. Small but important marketing details to handle with care.

The unglamorous work of stewardship.

My illustrator, Helen M. Swearson, carried the creative weight of this project. She donated her labor as a gift — not for recognition, but to help bring hope to children walking difficult roads.

My quiet hope is that people see what I see.

A generous heart.
A steady light.
A woman whose soul is beginning to shine brighter than ever.

“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16

This launch isn’t about spotlight.

It’s about placement.

A coloring book landing on a tray table beside a hospital bed.
Crayons in small hands.
A moment of distraction.
A flicker of imagination stronger than fear.

Thirty days feels both long and short.

But good things often take shape in the waiting.

Wilson is almost ready.

Not to perform.
But to serve.

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Captain’s Addendum 🖖

Bones: “Thirty days, Spock? That’s enough time for something to go sideways.”

Spock: “On the contrary, Doctor. Proper preparation increases the probability of favorable outcomes.”

Michael: “I’m learning that launches aren’t about speed. They’re about readiness.”

Mission Log
Status: Hopeful and attentive
Objective: Steward the final details with care
Outcome: Gentle impact, one room at a time

Thank you for walking this road with me.

May your work today — seen or unseen — carry quiet meaning.
May your light shine without striving.
And may we all remember that small acts of love can travel farther than we imagine.

🖖 Live long. Prosper in purpose. Walk boldly in divine love.


🖖 Captain’s Note:
“Our calling is not to write perfect words, but to reveal perfect grace through imperfect moments — one percent better, one day at a time.”

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