Flower pictures are my go-to pictures. They pop up everywhere. Why flowers, you may be thinking? Doesn't she have any friends or know any people? Attempting to get to the bottom of your questions, and my fascination with flowers, I conducted a Q & A. Question: Do you have any ... Read More
Things to Remember
Why We Want to Be There for Others
I am about to slide into bed, when I hear my son wandering the house. The clock says he should have been asleep awhile ago. I find him in the living room. "I can't get to sleep," he moans. "I have been trying to for an hour and a half." "Did you try and lie still? Quiet your mind? Relax ... Read More
15 Ways to Kill a Friendship (What Not to Do)
Perhaps you are someone with too many friends. They flock to you like ants to chocolate frosting. They take your time and energy, giving little in return. Instead of being a joy, they are turning into a chore. Well I am here to help. Follow these 15 steps and you will kill your current ... Read More
Another Chance?
Do you remember hearing stories of the dead brought back to life? It sounded good to me. Who doesn't want another chance at life? To see people, they love again? Then I got a different perspective. Imagine having another Chance? When my step father got colon cancer and was ... Read More
What I Wish An Older Woman Had Told My Younger Self
Like most things do, it slowly snuck up on me. There were a few warning signs, but I am not that observant. I had noticed I wanted and needed more naps to stay alert, but I was just thinking naps were one of my best friends. I had noticed I had less energy, but after all I am no spring ... Read More
Stop Apologizing for Your Appearance
It was one of those days. Full of plans. Many didn't get done. Some did. I dressed in track shorts and a t-shirt, planning to change before my evening meet-up. After waiting 45 minutes for my son to emerge from his after-school meeting, I shot home. In less than 40 minutes, I had whipped up ... Read More
How to Love Unconditionally: 11 Tips for Loving Yourself and Others
Unconditional love is not dependent on anything we do or don't do. It loves us no matter what. In all circumstances and in all possibilities. It is a love that does not grow when we are good or evaporate when we displease. It is a faithful and constant love. This kind of love is not easy. It ... Read More
The Secret of Unconditional Love on You and Others
Sometimes a movie inspires you and to be a change maker. I am talking about the documentary movie about Fred Rogers Won't You be My Neighbor. It is well worth seeing. And not just if you are a Mr. Rogers fan, but if you think this world needs a little more kindness. A little more love. A ... Read More