A Walk In My WoodsThe Flow of Work and Water There’s a creek that winds through my woods. Most days, it’s a gentle trickle, weaving its way over moss-covered stones. But after a heavy rain, it transforms—rushing forward with energy, carving new paths, feeding the forest around it. I’ve noticed that this cycle, the ebb and flow of water, isn’t so different from the rhythm of life and work. Small business owners know this well. Some seasons bring an abundance of opportunities—calls, projects, collaborations. The energy surges, much like the creek after a storm. Other times, the flow slows, requiring patience and trust that the currents will return. And they always do. While walking the woods this week, I spotted the first skunk cabbage unfurling its broad, red leaves. It’s one of the earliest signs that spring is waking up, reminding me that even in still moments, life is stirring beneath the surface. Growth happens in its own time. The forest teaches me to embrace the cycles. To trust the slow seasons, knowing they bring renewal. To navigate the rushing currents with steady footing. And to notice the small signs—like a sprout breaking through the earth—that remind me everything moves forward, even when it doesn’t feel like it. Where are you in your flow right now? Rushing forward? Taking a pause? Or watching for the next season to bloom?
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