When someone tells you to invest in yourself, what do you think they mean? If you’re like most people, the 1st thing that comes to mind is… Read more “Invest in Yourself”
Remorse and Regret
What fills you with remorse? Perhaps you’re estranged from someone you care deeply for and don’t know how to fix things. Maybe you don’t care anymore. You… Read more “Remorse and Regret”
Recycling
Many places have used recycling for years. The downside is that recycling can be expensive, but it’s better for the planet in the long run. I can’t… Read more “Recycling”
The Back of My Mind
My mind gets so many thoughts in a day that it’s scary. I’ve made no secret of the fact that I have ADHD. Nor have I made… Read more “The Back of My Mind”
Congrats Graduates of 2021
It’s hard to believe that so many people are graduating this year. I have family members who recently graduated from high school and college and many friends… Read more “Congrats Graduates of 2021”
What We Lose Can Remind Us of What We Gain
There are so many things in our lives we lose in our lifetime. We lose friends, family, jobs, loved ones, enemies, time, possessions, hope, even faith. We… Read more “What We Lose Can Remind Us of What We Gain”
When You Are Sold Out – Impressions Matter
Yesterday was a day that I’d rather forget. The phone rang off the hook; people demanded services that a third party promised and didn’t tell them the… Read more “When You Are Sold Out – Impressions Matter”
Sometimes You Have to Quit to Win
How many of you have quit something? You might have left a job or a relationship. You could have stopped a sport or school. No matter what,… Read more “Sometimes You Have to Quit to Win”
Living and Coping With ADHD
Many people live with ADHD. They may have it themselves or have a loved one who struggles with ADHD. For those who don’t know what ADHD is,… Read more “Living and Coping With ADHD”
Strong Foundations
I keep hearing how strong foundations keep everything grounded, whether it’s people, buildings, or our roots. But no matter what you may refer to a solid foundation… Read more “Strong Foundations”
Symbols and Signs
Sometimes I look for signs. I’m not talking about street signs or signs in a restaurant, but rather the type of signs that tell you if you… Read more “Symbols and Signs”
Electric
It always amazes me at the electric energy-positive speakers and motivators create. When I struggle with life’s detours and pitfalls, I’m filled with electric power that seeps… Read more “Electric”
Learning New Skills With Data
Over the weekend, I completed my second course from Coursera in my quest for my Data Analysis certification journey. I wanted to expand my knowledge, and little… Read more “Learning New Skills With Data”
Memorial Day 2021
“Some gave all.” Three powerful words that many of us have difficulty conceptualizing. Depending on the type of person you may be, those we lost in the… Read more “Memorial Day 2021”
Life Without Limits
My mind was blown over the weekend when I watched Simone Biles break another record in gymnastics. I admire most about her because she doesn’t limit herself… Read more “Life Without Limits”
Dealing With Overwhelming Feelings
The closer it gets to Memorial Day, the more I’m overcome with emotions. I have family who recently passed that were veterans. I think about the sacrifices… Read more “Dealing With Overwhelming Feelings”
Anticipation for Summer
May is almost over, and the summer is beckoning me to take some time off. Unfortunately, I don’t have a lot of vacation time to use, but… Read more “Anticipation for Summer”
Dealing with Tension
Let’s face it. All of us deal with tension at various points in our lives. Our muscles might get out of whack or start aching; anxiety may… Read more “Dealing with Tension”
Words and Their Aftermath
A few years ago, someone I was once close to made a comment that shook me to my core. You see, I had another friend who has… Read more “Words and Their Aftermath”
Getting the Last Laugh
To all the bullies who get away with their actions, there will come a day that others will get the last laugh. I know in high school… Read more “Getting the Last Laugh”
Feel Again
I had a good friend of mine tell me that I needed to allow myself to feel again. I’ve been cautiously guarding my heart for so long… Read more “Feel Again”
Under Pressure
It’s getting close to the end of the month, and for me, that means getting the manager’s reports completed. Monthly reports are generally tedious and predictable, but… Read more “Under Pressure”
Spontaneity
Sometimes it’s mentally rewarding to throw caution to the wind and be spontaneous. So many of us have so much structure that we forget to have those… Read more “Spontaneity”
Becoming Stronger
Life is ironic. It’s full of twists and turns we often don’t see coming. People in our lives come and go. Some are there for a short… Read more “Becoming Stronger”
Epileptic Episodes
“What is it like to have a seizure?” I asked my friend Ken very pointed questions about some of his disabilities. He used to have grand mal… Read more “Epileptic Episodes”
Anything is Possible
Someone recently asked me if I could be anything I wanted to be, what would it be? I had to think about that question because several things… Read more “Anything is Possible”
Customers and Listening
Yesterday I was finishing up my daily routine at the office when I received a phone call that made my heart drop. One of my customers lost… Read more “Customers and Listening”
When You Need a Vacation From Vacation
Years ago, I had a friend who just came back from vacation. When I asked her how the trip went, she said, “it was great, but now… Read more “When You Need a Vacation From Vacation”
Childless Women that Faced Mother’s Day
Yesterday was Mother’s Day. For many, it was a time to celebrate the special men and women who have taken care of us throughout our lifetime. For… Read more “Childless Women that Faced Mother’s Day”
Cellphone Hacked? It Happens
Earlier this week, I discovered that someone hacked my phone. One of my very closest friends called to tell me that a man was answering my phone.… Read more “Cellphone Hacked? It Happens”
Music of the soul
Have you ever wondered about how much music affects every single one of us? I used to think that music was the one thing I could take… Read more “Music of the soul”
Life and Games
It’s incredible what enters our minds when we least expect memories to re-enter our brains. Thirty years ago, I was twenty-one and thought I knew better than… Read more “Life and Games”
Minds and Hearts
I had to chuckle at myself because I recognized my ways after conversing with a fellow member in my church Sunday morning. We discussed how my neighbor… Read more “Minds and Hearts”
Pushing Buttons and Getting Patience
How do most of you handle things when your patience has worn so thin that the only thing you want to do is walk away from everyone… Read more “Pushing Buttons and Getting Patience”
Beautifully Messy
Remember what it was like as a kid to make a mess? We knew our parents would clean it up. We could play in the dirt and… Read more “Beautifully Messy”
Morning Movement
I woke up this morning half awake, half zombied, with my body wanting to go the opposite direction as my feet. I had been up until almost… Read more “Morning Movement”
Community
When I hear the word community, the first thing that pops in my mind is my neighborhood. Perhaps it’s because I can identify what I know better… Read more “Community”
Sacrifices
What are some of the sacrifices you make daily? Maybe you sacrifice time so that others could reap benefits? Perhaps you make sacrifices for your kids so… Read more “Sacrifices”
When We Assume
My friend Ken reminded me Wednesday that if I wanted to make changes happen in my life, that I needed to knock down the doors that were… Read more “When We Assume”
Put Yourself First
I wrote about making yourself a priority in another blog. I felt the need to reiterate this point because not only have I had to be reminded… Read more “Put Yourself First”
The Strength of Heart
It takes a lot of strength when we’re weak. Getting up when knocked on our tushes can often take all the power we can muster. Facing conflicts… Read more “The Strength of Heart”
Cracks in the Doors
Life is full of cracks and crevices. We all eagerly anticipate opportunities and often remark how we could only find a gap through a door to push… Read more “Cracks in the Doors”
Invisible Scars
Scars are marks that remain on our bodies that are usually visible. What happens when the scars on our hearts are not transparent? I know people, including… Read more “Invisible Scars”
The Hometown Feeling
One of the best feelings in the world is to be in your hometown where people know you. When Dad died, we had many people who gave… Read more “The Hometown Feeling”
God Only Knows
God Only Knows – a sentiment that I think people misunderstand. The truth is that if you are a person of faith, you believe that there is… Read more “God Only Knows”
The World Before You
What does it mean to have the world before you? To most of us, it’s the opportunities that await us. We don’t always feel ready to take… Read more “The World Before You”
The Real You
Who are you? Why do so many people have labels to define them? What are the things you value most? What do you want to be remembered… Read more “The Real You”
The Feeling of Being Unappreciated
I had to write this because there are times that most people feel this way. All of us work hard in different areas of life. Sometimes it… Read more “The Feeling of Being Unappreciated”
Inclusive
One of the most memorable conversations I ever had with my grandfather happened over our fishing trips. He had several sisters, and when he married, he and… Read more “Inclusive”
Family
This word is a word that there is no clear-cut definition for because the family doesn’t always mean there is blood involved. There are many types of… Read more “Family”
