October 14, 2023: In A Chaotic World, KIndness Can Make A Difference
In current times, the news headlines and social media are filled with disturbing images and negativity. We read about heartbreaking events, are frightened about the vitriolic state of politics in our country, and are devastated to learn about yet another
September 24, 2023: Celebrating Change
It can be a bittersweet time of year when we say goodbye to the joy and light of Summer and face the realization, that after the fleeting, glorious beauty of Autumn, a cold, dark winter is waiting in the wings.
September 17, 2023: An Unexpected Gift of Quietude
Quietude: a state of calmness, stillness and quiet in a person or place.”it highlights her quietude and wise passivity” Being “quiet and still” is an anomaly for me. Normally I’m a high-energy woman, whose days are usually full of activities; from
August 20, 2023: How A Barn Full of Manure and A Shovel Taught Me About Optimism
A perennial optimist on my own, I learned about the quality of optimism from my mother, Margaret. She always had the capacity to look on the bright side of any situation. A frequent refrain I heard over the years
January 1, 2023: The Magic of New Beginnings
Along with the tradition of New Year's parties and champagne toasts, the beginning of a new year comes with a magical combination of anticipation, excitement and reflection, inspiring thoughts of potential new beginnings. Looking back at the previous twelve months,
December 11, 2022: On the Wings of a Butterfly
In a world that too often feels full of conflict and strife, it can be disheartening thinking that we can make a difference, to turn the tide of despair over the amount of negativity, prejudice and horrific events that seems
November 6, 2022: It’s Never Too Late to Follow Your Dream
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis What does it mean to follow your dream? It means doing something that makes you happy. As children, we believed
May 1, 2022: Planting Seeds of Joy
As Mother's Day approaches on May 8, I am reminded once again of the invaluable lessons I learned from my mom who passed away in 2005. I've always said, "that the best and most important parts of me come
April 10, 2022: Spring Cleaning & New Beginnings
Spring is perceived throughout cultures and history, as a time of hope, promise and new beginnings. Emerging from the dark, cold challenges of winter, life responds to the cleansing rains, increasing sunlight and warming weather with positive energy, uncovering opportunities