It was a short 4 days that I had both of my children “in the nest” before departing for their new and exciting young adult adventures. On one of those nights, I actually had some quiet time with them – […]
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Cancer Sucks, Guns in Bad Hands Kill, Life Hands You Lemons and… The Future Is So Bright!
I have been traveling a bit more than usual and, as a result, have not been blogging weekly, as I am accustomed to doing. But now, on a brief hiatus before the next quick trip, I realize that getting away […]
As the Storms Move In, We Should ALL Adjust Our Sails – Permanently
As I sit here writing this week, I am shaken by the tragedy that has presented itself in our world. In just 2 weeks’ time, I have watched two dear friends bury a parent, I have donated diapers and a […]
A Dose of Gratitude As They Leave Your Nest…For a Day, a Year or More
I just had a talk with my son. A talk that somehow, 21 years ago when he was yet to talk or to be fully potty-trained for preschool, I did not imagine I would have. But more on that and […]
So Much Noise In My Head…It’s Time to Play “Keep or Throw”
Not sure if you noticed or not, but I failed to get a blog post out last Sunday. I assure you, it was not for a lack of material from the week’s activities. Actually, it was too much material. So […]
Together SHE Stands…in Celebration and in Grief
One of the best outcomes of writing a weekly post is that I find myself, especially as the weekend approaches, living life “eyes wide open,” wondering what moment, what event, what person(s) will move me to write something that inspires. […]
SHE Wouldn’t Change a Thing
This past week, I was chatting a bit with one of my former neighbors and good friends. We talked a bit about our kids, as his oldest of several children is headed to college in the fall. We compared notes […]
SHE Gives Back: A Tribute and a Lifetime of Lessons
Do you smile when you volunteer? Vickie used to laugh. A hearty giggle. A LOT. It has been almost 30 years ago. I was about to begin my Masters Program, was volunteering in the theater department of the neighborhood high […]
A SHE-Sized Dose of “Get Over Your Damn Self”
I love to read. But, like many of you who juggle kids or elderly parents or a full-time job or starting a new business (and the list goes on), it is hard for me to find the time to quietly […]
Heaven Has a New Business Development Angel: A Tribute to One of the Best
Several of my posts this past year have referred to “…in my 50th year.” Yep, turning 50 has been filled with new opportunities, new friendships, a new home and even a new puppy. But this past week has involved doing […]