Writing is a subjective thing. While there are rules, styles, and formats to follow, at the end of the day the writer’s heart still remains a mystery. We can’t explain it, rationalize it, or put it in a box. Because it’s impossible to measure creativity, the depth and breadth of talent is unpredictable. What makes sense in the traditional vein …
Have you had a hectic week? Me, too! I think Feel Good Friday is in order! Sit back, relax, and prepare to unwind for minute. If you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up, you’ve come to the right place. (And don’t forget to check out last Friday’s post if you missed Downtime Dillydallying: 15 Tips to a Stress-Free Weekend.) This week …
“You’re going to lose your colon. You might as well get used to the idea.” There were no preliminaries. No handshake, no niceties. Not even a polite introduction. The pediatric gastroenterologist barely glanced at our fourteen-year-old son before flipping through his medical file. “Medications aren’t working. Treatments aren’t helping. You’re one sick kid and you’re out of options.” With military-like …
Come Friday (or Fried-Day) I think most of us would agree the weekend can’t come quick enough. And let’s be honest—when noon rolls around on this delightful day of the week, who doesn’t start watching the clock? (If your hand went up, lean forward. I’m whipping out my wet noodle.) While I love what I do, I work hard. During …
For many this is a difficult week. Religious freedom threatened. Violence abroad and at home. Health crises. The loss of loved ones. Heartache. Hopelessness. Indecision. Human frailties thrust to the forefront—open and exposed. The list goes on. Sometimes, it’s all just too much. Sometimes, you simply need a breather—a dose of fresh air to revive your senses. Something to remind …
“You can do it. I have faith in you!” Simple words. Profound message. If not for those encouraging affirmations, where would many of us be today? Probably parked in neutral paused at the intersection. Without encouragement, life overwhelms. We’re not motivated to try harder, aim higher, or move forward because our effort seems pointless. Nothing makes sense. Sure, we can …
Like many of you, I grew up during the “simpler times.” At least that’s how it seemed to me when I was a little girl. (I’m sure my mama and daddy had a different perspective.) Life was less harried and moved at a slower pace. Until my pre-teen years I lived in a small town in a small house and attended a …
We’re in prep mode at our house. Summer’s flown by and now we’re prepping for school. There’s the usual busyness—a new haircut, an annual physical, clothes shopping, tennis lessons, calendar updates—and all that goes with the start of a new school year. While our educator son prepares for his second year of teaching, our teen daughter transitions to a new …
In today’s world where we’re surrounded with a buffet of opportunity, I’m always intrigued by people’s choices. “Branding” and the methodology behind it fascinates me. Why do certain brands work? Why do others go south? How successful is rebranding when confidence is compromised? As a writer, I’m conscientious of everything that goes into my work. My website. This blog. What …
Well, it was an interesting week. (Yes. That sublime word—interesting.) We’ll get to the encouraging part of this post in a moment. We cat-sat for our educator son while he attended a technology seminar in the great state of Florida. You know… Learning. Hard Rock Cafe. Cocoa Beach. Tough job, but someone had to do it. Henry, our son’s beloved, …
