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This is where I will be sharing what I hope will be helpful and encouraging advice, funny stories, and valuable guidance.
My Theme for 2023
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Each year I choose a word or theme for the year. To learn more about the background of this annual exercise please click here.
Part of me …
Pause for a More Meaningful Holiday
The holiday season is here. And with it comes an opportunity to reclaim peace, joy, and meaningful connection. I recently found myself in the midst of overwhelm when I had a small moment of insight. Just what I needed, a reminder as we head into the holidays. “I...
“Tranquility By Tuesday” (Part 2)
Reading Time: 4 minutes
My theme for 2022 is: “Notice and Create Joy (when(ever) possible)”.
Two of Laura Vanderkam’s rules from Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways t…
“Tranquility By Tuesday” (Part 1 of 2)
Reading Time: 4 minutes
I have read a lot of self-help books. I follow Laura Vanderkam and enjoy her work. She is a mother of five and specializes in time managem…
The Loaves and Fishes Miracle
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In church (a while ago) we heard the story of Jesus’s loaves and fishes miracle. This is the story where there was a large crowd gathered …
Family / Parenting Book Recommendations
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My family is super important to me. It is a priority for me and a key to a happy and healthy life. I am starting to focus more on family a…
Living Your Legacy: Dr. Bob Eng, CFA
Reading Time: 5 minutes
Dr. Bob Eng is a small, thin wise-looking Asian American who goes running every day. He waves at the people he sees running and thinks “Hey, you are not invisible to m…
Clarity
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I feel like I am still (always?) trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. Does anyone else feel this way? Part of me feels like this is a good thing and …
Ten Things Saving My Life Right Now
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I am a big fan of Modern Mrs. Darcy and her recommendations. (It has contributed to my having way too many books on my want to read list.)
Every February at the half w…
My Theme for 2022
Reading Time: 4 minutes
My theme for 2022 is:
“Notice and Create Joy (when(ever) possible)”.
I thought about just choosing the one word “JOY” or “Be Joyful” but both of these felt too big and…