There’s a sharp edge on this one—and honestly, that’s exactly why it fits today. Sinner holds that tender, honest ache where complexity lives: remorse, longing, reckoning and the courage to name what’s real. Sometimes the darker tones are the most grounding because they don’t rush hints of light—they let you sit with what is. Esme Rose does that beautifully. Her voice feels intimate and brave at the same time, like she’s trusting you with something true. If you’re moving through a moment that’s heavy, reflective, or quietly raw, and let's be honest, during these times we all experience those moments. This song meets me when I am there. What song meets you where you are today?

Today I want to shine a light on Summer Stars—a truly transformative experience for young people. Summer Stars creates brave, creative spaces where youth are invited to tell the truth, explore identity, build confidence, and use art as a pathway for healing, expression, and leadership. What makes this spotlight especially close to my heart is that my sister, Lisa Pimentel, has worked with Summer Stars for the past several years. I’ve witnessed, again and again, how intentional mentorship, artistry, and care can change trajectories—how being seen and supported in your voice can ripple far beyond a single program or summer. This is the kind of work we love to uplift here in Rooted: youth-centered, arts-forward, grounded in relationship and care, deeply aligned with healing, justice, and possibility If you’re looking for inspiration, hope, or models of what’s possible when we invest in young people and their creativity, Summer Stars is doing it beautifully. 💛 Please share the programs, projects or people that inspire you!!

I’m excited to extend a special partner discount toHope Reimagined Rooted's community members for the upcoming Rooting Resilience Retreat, happening March 13–15. This retreat is designed as a nervous-system-informed sanctuary—a chance to step out of the noise, reconnect with yourself, and explore Neuro-Somatic Integration in community and in nature. Evergreen Partner Discount Codes- Use the code that matches your accommodation choice: - PARTNER – Commuter (not staying on site) - PARTNERLODGE – Shared lodging - PARTNERCOTTAGE – Private or semi-private cottage If you’ve been feeling the weight of these times and are craving grounded connection, spaciousness, and practices, you can take refuge in the Redwoods of CA. This retreat was created with you in mind. https://hopereimagined.org/events Happy to answer questions or share more details—so grateful to be in community with you all 💚

Join me for Community Center Practice 9:00 EST. Just added it to the calendar!

Ok, highlighting the song @Colleen Callan added to yesterday's Max Frost Good Morning post here because it is such a good one! and my morning dance ritual was to BoyszTo Men MotownPhilly!