May 6, 2018
Opening the Valve
Recently, I shared something with my writers group that was weighing on me. I felt heaviness in my heart so … [Read More] “Opening the Valve”
April 29, 2018
Raising Well Adjusted Kids
“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men and women.” Most of us want the best … [Read More] “Raising Well Adjusted Kids”
April 22, 2018
Grieving the Loss of a Pet
When I was twelve years old, I bought a white miniature poodle puppy. Missy was a neurotic little thing, but … [Read More] “Grieving the Loss of a Pet”
April 15, 2018
Ditching the Dream
Follow your dreams. I bet you’ve heard that more than once, the platitude that’s meant to inspire you to break … [Read More] “Ditching the Dream”
April 8, 2018
Face the Negative
Nowadays, we hear a lot about the power of positive thinking. “We become what we think about.” “Whatever the mind … [Read More] “Face the Negative”
April 1, 2018
No More Goals
“Forget inspiration; habit is more dependable.” Goals don’t motivate me. I know people who thrive because they set goals and … [Read More] “No More Goals”
March 25, 2018
Take out the Trash
My globe-trotting daughter, Hannah, is spending the winter in Hawaii. Recently, she sent me an email that I’m sharing with … [Read More] “Take out the Trash”
March 18, 2018
Fight Right
“Say what you mean, but don’t say it mean.” I don’t like arguments. When I was younger, I got into … [Read More] “Fight Right”
March 11, 2018
No More Faking
“Don’t trade your authenticity for approval.” Put the word FAKE in front of any of the following: orgasm news ID … [Read More] “No More Faking”
March 4, 2018
Change
“Life is change.” According to a study published in Environmental Science & Technology, you will shed about 35kg (77lbs) of … [Read More] “Change”