I was talking with a friend the other day when he made a comment about going to the gym that evening. “Oh Geez! The gym is going to be PACKED tonight!” he said with a look of disgust on his face. His anticipation was of the droves of people who show up at… Continue reading How To Make Your New Year Resolutions Stick 😉
Category: Motivation
What The Hell Is Going On?!?! 5 Helpful Tips For Facing Uncertain Times
We live in a strange world at a curious time. There are shifts happening all around us. New paradigms and a new consciousness dawning. Yes, we all know that change is the only constant. Blah blah blah. But how do you navigate ALL the changes when they come at once? Or when a change seems… Continue reading What The Hell Is Going On?!?! 5 Helpful Tips For Facing Uncertain Times
A Reflection On The End Of Life
My cousin Cindy died last night. The cancer came in and polluted her body and it was more than she could survive. She is in peace now. She is my age. I find myself with a different perspective on death and dying than it seems most people have. There is a lot of talk about… Continue reading A Reflection On The End Of Life
All They Need Is Love (Ba Ba Duh Da Da…)
Yeah, the Beatles song is trailing through my head right now. But that’s not what I want to talk about. When you are struggling as a parent, no matter WHAT the situation or circumstance, ask yourself “What is my highest intention with my children?” Then, get quiet (hopefully sitting still for a few minutes) and… Continue reading All They Need Is Love (Ba Ba Duh Da Da…)
Earthquake Wisdom
This was a powerful experience I had a couple of months ago with my children. I wrote about it in my journal but haven’t shared it. Till now 😉 It is a beautiful example of how our kids can be our greatest teachers. Enjoy! I fell asleep in Matthew’s bed. After a short time, I… Continue reading Earthquake Wisdom
LOVE No Matter What. ~Andrew Solomon
This is a POWERFUL message about parenting with true UNCONDITIONAL LOVE. I just had to share it with you. It’s so worth the 23 minutes it takes to watch it. Grab a cup of tea and settle in for a treat. Please let me know your thoughts <3
Not So Random Quote For The Day ;)
“It all works out in the end. If it isn’t worked out, it isn’t the end.” ~Unknown This has come up for me several times lately and I wanted to share it. It has been my mantra for many days when I felt the heaviness of life upon me. I completely believe this to… Continue reading Not So Random Quote For The Day 😉
Day After Year
I’ve been grieving. My marriage of more than 15 years is over. I am learning what it is to fall apart and face a blank slate with choices and fears and dreams. It is miserable and magical. (credit T Swizzle ;)) And I’m doing it with my kids. So many lessons are being learned, about… Continue reading Day After Year
RULES SCHMULES!!
I am so sick of all the ‘rules’ that we think we must live by. Eat this. Don’t eat that. Do this to be happy. You must be thin. You must be popular. You must be smart, sexy, important, wealthy, NORMAL, happy, strong, successful, understanding, nice to others, at peace, on time, clean, polite, and… Continue reading RULES SCHMULES!!
5 Tips On Getting The Best Education For Your Kids
Let me warn you! My ideas about school and education are anything but conventional… How are your kids doing in school? Do they excel in their studies? Are they given attention for what they need to improve? Do they fit in? Are they HAPPY in school? Do they even like it? These are… Continue reading 5 Tips On Getting The Best Education For Your Kids