Today, I was reminded of a powerful and timely quote by Eleanor Roosevelt.Eleanor Roosevelt was an extraordinary and wise woman – often overlooked in today’s modern world. I admire her greatly for her strength, understanding of the human spirit, and the straightforward way she saw the world. She is a hero of mine.These are simple […]
What does isolation feel like? The word itself conjures up a sense of discomfort; a feeling that something is or has happened, and outside our comfort zone. And that translates to the realization our lives instantly are out of our control. With the loss of control ….fear comes to visit. As human beings it is […]
I was given the wonderful gift of life on this day. It was the very first gift I ever received. And, by far, The Best Yet! This very personal and wondrous gift was given to me by my Mother and Daddy. Of course, I didn’t know at the time how amazing this present was or […]
Friendships are the most interesting of human dynamics. Their complexity and simplicity defy definition. We treasure those special people we have made memories with, perhaps, even made history with – even if it is just our own! We need the comfort of friends in times of need. We value friends because we can share the […]
Ever think about strength? It comes in countless ways, unexpected, can catch you off guard, and even full of surprises sometimes. But, our own strength – even if untested – is within us waiting for that call to action. Inner strength is powerful and profound. Strength is everywhere. You just need to know you can […]
Today, I realized I hadn’t done a Blog for Lesli’s Story in several months. As time has a way of doing……it seemed days and weeks were gone in an instant, evaporating into the gentle breezes of the summer wind, and going as quickly as the fluttering of an eye. And yet, every second is as […]
On this day, July 13, 2018, I celebrate, acknowledge, and mark 28 years, since I began traveling the long and winding road of being a cancer survivor. My tenacity has always guided the direction my journey takes. No matter how long the road, or how high the Herculean struggles and challenges have been – I […]
Father’s Day is a very special day in the lives of all of us. If you are lucky and fortunate to have your father here this year…….make sure you call him and “love on him” for a few precious moments. These men of bigger than life proportions we call different forms of endearment; father, Daddy, […]
Many times in life it is the unexpected that throws us off balance. We are moving through our lives with the ease of a gentle breeze. Or struggles of Herculean challenges. Always moving forward. Always steady. Perhaps, stopping along the path to breathe in the spirit of living. And, we can be as strong as […]
Today we honor all Mothers. The women in all our lives that have made a difference, impact, and have shaped who we are today. I proudly honor my Mother today. She gave me the precious gift of life. She showered me with never-ending guidence along with her loving, caring, and gentle tenderness. She set the […]
