Today is a day to celebrate Mom. Though I may not reflect nearly as often as my Mom deserves, on the countless reasons why I love her and am thankful to her, I know those reasons are deeply ingrained in my heart. I’m certain that each lovely one of you will allow me today to focus on my Mom. I’m forever thankful to my Mom for: Demonstrating with strength, dignity and grace that even in the face of unimaginable loss {Read More}
Did you know it’s Random Acts of Kindness Week (RAK)? In our busy, hectic, crazy lives, I think we sometimes forget about what a precious gift a simple act of kindness can truly be. Kindness can be as small as a smile to a stranger, an encouraging word for someone who is having a challenging day, or giving something of ourselves to someone who really needs it. Demonstrating and motivating kindness in others is truly something we should all celebrate {Read More}
Happy Sunday! It’s a really special Sunday, because today starts the seven day countdown to…the Super Bowl! Who’s excited? Yes? No? Maybe? So don’t care? Whatever you think about football and Super Bowl Sunday, chances are good we are going to talk about something this week that fits perfectly with what YOU feel about football! Plus…if all else fails, there’s always the commercials and halftime show to talk about! First, a quick note I want to share with everyone. This {Read More}
There was another song on my favorite childhood Christmas album, called “It’s the Day Before the Night Before Christmas.” Click the title to hear it play on YouTube. That’s what today is! The day before the night before Christmas – super exciting but oh so scary at the same time if you’re not ready!! (I SO have to track down a copy of Santa Claus is Coming to Town, by the Peter Pan Caroleers!) Holiday Shout-Out! I was absolutely dreading {Read More}
The holiday season is filled with joy – sharing special moments with family and friends, celebrating the birth of Jesus, a focus on giving, a spirit of happiness and goodwill. Sometimes, though, there are inevitably events in our lives that impact the holiday season. What about when things happen that make Christmas seem less merry?