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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.
Letting Go vs. Keep Showing Up
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Although I agree with and love my “Keep Showing Up” mantra I feel the need to expand upon this idea further. A valid question I have heard…
Keep Showing Up
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“Keep Showing up” is a common thought that keeps going through my head lately. Depending on the moment, I feel like I am in varying degree…
“Braiding Sweetgrass”
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If you know me, you know that reading is one of my favorite things to do. I want to share books that I think are worthy of your precious t…
Update on My Connection Theme
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My theme for the year is Connection.
So far I have been doing a good job of talking to friends I don’t regularly talk to each week. I am n…
A Poem: “The Invitation”
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I am taking an online class through the Modern Elder Academy (www.modernelderacademy.com), called “Navigating Midlife Transitions.” I am …
Erin Flood’s Legacy
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Erin Flood is a teacher at heart. She also loves being a caretaker.
I got to know of Erin through my sister-in-law and Facebook. I know th…
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)
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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)
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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…