This is an opportunity to pause for one minute at 3 PM and remember those who have died in military service to the United States of America.
Memorable Moments
As I’ve struggled coming up with a way to make my daughter’s end of high school experience special amidst the Covid pandemic, I’ve come to realize that memorable moments are not the big, flashy or costly events but rather the…
Thanking Those We Took for Granted
I like to think I’m a person who gives thanks easily, but I recognize that I might take some people for granted. I was recently reminded of an exercise I was challenged to do a couple of years ago, that…
When Others Think Differently
We like to think that everyone sees the world the same way we do. And when they don’t, we feel a little defensive. Impatience We recognize this tendency when we become impatient with others. Questioning what they say or do?…
Finding Joy During Challenging Circumstances
Finding joy during challenging circumstances isn’t always easy. Time may help us view a situation with more grace. But how much more enjoyable would it be to see the good or even the humor during the challenge? For example, our…
Thoughts Like a River
I’ve been told that a characteristic of mine is a gift, but it causes me distress. I rapidly experience thoughts and feelings and swiftly connect and disconnect mentally. The up-side is that I can adapt easily and be resilient when…
Remember the Big Picture
Are you tempted to give up efforts to improve yourself when the challenge seems too hard? How do you overcome? Do you have a conscious plan of action when those moments come? Or do you just cross your fingers and…
An Invitation to Ponder, Hear and Find Peace
This is a unique time in our history. With the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve seen or maybe experienced ourselves a gamut of emotions. Responses can range anywhere from panic and fear to calm assurance and faith that all will be…
Expect Good Things
You may have heard about the law of attraction. This natural law basically says, what we think about, we bring about. Another way of describing this law is that we are human transmission towers sending out signals with our thoughts….
What Does ‘You Do You’ Mean?
Have you heard the statement, “You do you”? I have, and at first I thought, “Yes!” It seemed a good declaration. It seemed to give permission and encouragement to be myself. And yet, the more I hear it, the more…
Appreciating Our Differences
Not long ago, I experienced a humorous situation that reminded me to recognize and value our differences. My husband and I were enjoying a drive together when I realized we were close to a community that housed art galleries, shops…
Nurture What is Most Important
I enjoy having plants in my home, but I wouldn’t say I’m a horticulturist, nor even a skilled gardener. I appreciate the life and beauty that growing plants bring, but I often forget to water or take care of them…
