Becoming Wholer
"I must conclude again that no one — at least no one I know of — has become whole. At best, they have become 'wholer.' More whole."
Also, an invitation to a Messy Elegance Project conversation
Blue Sky
Heading down from the Aldape Summit 5-24-26
This video introduces the essay, Becoming Wholer
From the Essay
Becoming wholer is not about becoming exceptional. It is about becoming more deeply and uniquely human. We can’t control what happens to us, but we have a lot of ability to influence the kind of people we wish to becoming.
The work of a lifetime is not about becoming perfect, it’s not to become something, but to move toward wholeness, to being.
The View from Aldape Peak, Boise, Idaho
May 24, 2026
Questions to think about
What parts of your life are flourishing right now — and what parts quietly need attention?
What might becoming “wholer” look like in your own life these days?
What have you or others you have observed done to become “wholer” on your/their journey?
Please head over to the essay to kick in your thoughts about these questions, and to learn more about becoming wholer, here.
I'd love to hear your thoughts.
But wait, there’s more!
Join Pat Connelly and Me for a Zoom Conversation
about the Messy Elegance Project on June 13th
When my friend Patricia Connelly invited me to talk about this Messy Elegance Project on a zoom session. I was thrilled she asked. It will be free and you are invited. All you have to do is sign up and join the meeting on June 13th. At the session, I’ll tee up the discussion by talking about this project, some ideas about messy elegance, and have opportunities for us to think about it and talk about this idea and practice as it relates to our own lives. We’ll learn together.
Pat is fellow haiku-er and author. From her bio: Musician, Haiku Prayers and photos and poems. Author of: Sacredness Surrounds us in Every Season". "Sacred Pauses" More about her here.
Below is the invitation Pat sent out. If you would like to attend, please send a note to her email address: patssong43@gmail.com
I’m looking forward to an engaging conversation, and so appreciate Pat for setting this up - I hadn’t even thought about doing something like this before she suggested it!
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From Pat:
I’m inviting you to a special Zoom conversation with Michael Kroth. Michael is a Professor of Education at the University of Idaho..he has co-authored 9 books including Framing the Moment: Haiku Conversations.
Join me for this special event;
Saturday June 13th 2pm Eastern Time
On Zoom
Hosted by Patricia Connelly
Sponsored by @The Weston Community Church on the Hill.
This is a Free Will offering event.
Donations may be mailed to: Church on the Hill, P.O. Box 105 Weston, Vermont,05161
If you have any questions please email me at patssong43@gmail.com
I look forward to hearing from you!
Peace and blessings,
Patricia Connelly
