Tag Archives: culture

I Wish You A Simple Season

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Barbara McAfee

This year I first noticed the Christmas displays beginning in late September. September. Well before Halloween not to mention Thanksgiving! While I was still occasionally jumping in my favorite Minnesota lakes! Honestly. Every year I face this season with mixed … Continue reading →

Posted in holiday, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

My Ethnic Food – A Musical Tribute to “Lake Wobegon Cuisine”

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Barbara McAfee

I am at a potluck in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The hostess has asked us each to bring a dish that reflects our ethnic food. There is a huge and glorious spread from all over the world: African peanut stew, Thai noodles, … Continue reading →

Posted in diversity, Humor | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Jewels – Reflections from the Dark

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Barbara McAfee

It’s the dark time of year here in the north country where I live. In addition to the oh-so-short daylight, we have had a long run of cloudy and foggy weather. I am missing the luminous presence of snow cover. … Continue reading →

Posted in holiday, self acceptance, silence | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

40,000 Singing Norwegians

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Barbara McAfee

Thursday 40,000 (that’s right, 40,000) Norwegians showed up to sing in the square near the courtroom where Anders Behring Breivik is on trial for murdering 77 people last year. Breivik cited the song, a Norwegian version of a song by … Continue reading →

Posted in community, culture, diversity, inclusion, singing | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

Diversity and Inclusion: What’s Voice Got To Do With It?

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Barbara McAfee

I recently offered a Full Voice presentation for a group of diversity and inclusion managers at a large financial institution. Expressions like, “we need every voice at the table” or “everyone must have a voice in this organization” inevitably arise … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, diversity, inclusion, listening, silence, voice | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment