The greatest treasures in life are the relationships we build during our life’s journey. They add texture, a listening ear, caring comfort, the wonderful feeling of belonging, and perhaps, even a hand to hold in difficult times. The bond between special friends is truly the gift you give yourself! The friendship between women is almost […]
When you live with any chronic condition, illness or disease you share your living space with something extraordinary — uncertainty. Now, I hear you saying, extraordinary? How can that be? Isn’t uncertainty like walking a tight rope all the time? Perhaps. The dictionary defines uncertainty as: The state of being uncertain; doubt; hesitancy, unpredictability; indeterminacy; […]
Today is the day we honor our Fathers, Dads, Daddy, Papa, and the list goes on. It is a Day to acknowledge the man that gave us life. I was a very fortunate child. I had a Daddy that was just like me! He was playful, acted silly just because he was good at it […]
I live with two cancers. That’s right, live. And, I thrive with every new brilliant day. Sure it’s a difficult journey some days – but, isn’t living the point? Sunday, June 5th is National Cancer Survivors Day…..it is a Celebration of Life. It’s a day to say, “Hey, job well done!” Or maybe a huge……”I […]
Mother’s Day will soon be here. This year we celebrate on Sunday, May 8th. It is a very special day of giving. No matter how young or old we are — it is a day to celebrate the wonders of Motherhood. When we are little we create handmade tokens of love just for Mommy. Tiny […]
Taking care of ourselves — It is not always a priority in our daily lives as we are booked, over-booked, and scurry here and there. We’ll get to it ……and we mean it! But… The amazing benefits of fitness and the dedication to one’s own wellness are an essential part of our own integral health. […]
How do we as individuals measure the passage of time? The events in our own lives are the markers we gauge our life’s journey. Certainly each of us would define the milestones that make up our experiences as completely unique and “ours alone.” And, they are. Although many of us share in these common experiences. […]
We are never prepared to face the death of a loved one. It is never time for this parting. For those we lose, and ourselves, it is an unbearable heartbreak in its stunning shock. We feel a wave of disbelief, sorrow, and incredulously our world for a time stands still. Our hearts are broken. We […]
What really is Veterans Day? It isn’t just another “day off”…….So, what do we actually know about this important day? Veterans Day gives Americans the opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. veterans. Every family in America has someone they know who served this country….at some point in history. It is a […]
Moving forward has always been a steadfast focus of mine. It plays an important role in both my writing and thinking. It is always there as an underlying and unifying theme. Every day I make a conscience effort to live life to its fullest. I greet each day as a precious gift. A tremendous surprise […]
