My husband and I recently celebrated 33 years of marriage. It’s been a voyage of discovery for both of us. Though I’m not a marriage counselor, I have come to understand a thing or two about how a marriage works….
Experiencing The Power Of Creation
I had a memorable trip to Alaska last week, not only because Alaska is beautiful, but because I experienced the power of creation! It would have been easy for me to get nervous and worry about all that could go…
A Feel Good Life
The quest to find happiness seems to be ever present and often promoted in phrases such as: Find your bliss Be authentic You do you Yet, in spite of the happiness focus, there seems to be an increase in depression…
A Higher Power Is At Work
Today is the first day of Spring. It doesn’t seem that way where I live because snow is covering the ground. The forecast calls for continued snow and cold temperatures. But, I know that warmer weather is in the future….
Your Inherent Self-Worth
Some time ago my family and I had the exciting opportunity to attend a Lindsey Stirling concert. Lindsey Stirling is a choreographer, dancer, and violinist well-known for her artistry and high-intensity performances. Between two of her numbers she spoke of…
Home Remedies For When Sickness Hits
I am doing some traveling this week and am sharing an essay I wrote a few years ago. I hope you find it helpful. Having had a good seven weeks of improved eating and exercising and after bragging to my…
Be Kind And Loving Because That’s Who You Are
I have been the recipient of countless acts of love and kindness throughout my life. Many of which I’m probably not even aware. Some acts have been large, and some tiny, yet significant. To my regret, I am often unable…
Uplifted, Renewed, and Replenished
Have you ever been so busy with the demands of the day that you missed seeing the beauty around you? Recently, while driving in the car, I noticed the mountains in the distance. This is a view with which I…
Making Life Harder Than It Needs To Be
A humorous mis-read led me to realize that I might be making my life harder than it needs to be. As I walked past a sign out front of a financial service center, I read, “Sign up for your digital…
What Books Would You Choose to Carry
If you could take only a few things on an extended trip, what would you bring? I pondered this question as I watched my daughter weigh her suitcase before flying out the next morning. She was leaving for a 9-month…
Giving Oneself Grace
It’s the middle of January, and normally I like to have my New Year’s goals/theme in place by now…. But this year, I gave myself grace. I allowed myself to take whatever time I needed to enjoy reviewing the past…
The New Year – Reflect, Ponder and Appreciate Life’s Experiences
Before rushing headlong into the New Year, I invite you to reflect, ponder and appreciate your experiences of this past year. Only as I took the time to reflect did I realize the gifts my varied experiences provided me. Let…
