What does it really mean to have an inner sanctuary? In the traditional sense, a sanctuary is often viewed as a place to gather for worship. I… Read more “Inner Sanctuary”
Snow
I love the snow. It has an element of purity and innocence and yet is dangerous all at the same time. It’s almost as if mother nature… Read more “Snow”
Animal Love
Every day that I get to love on my cat, I take it. She has managed to help me through some of the darkest days that I… Read more “Animal Love”
Why Managers Matter
How many of you are managers or in upper positions in your companies? Do you ever feel as if the weight of the company falls on your… Read more “Why Managers Matter”
Never Settle
Have you ever settled for something because you couldn’t get what you wanted in the first place? If you said yes, you aren’t alone. I think a… Read more “Never Settle”
When Misfits are the best fits
Let’s face it. We’re all different. There’s no denying that we each have unique skill sets to bring to different venues. I love watching Master Chef. Even… Read more “When Misfits are the best fits”
When Those We Consider Legendary Are Gone
What does it mean to idolize someone? It might mean that you look up to them and want to be like them, or that you have rose… Read more “When Those We Consider Legendary Are Gone”
Challenge Yourself Daily
Are you one of those people who does the same routine every day and have every minute planned? That’s not always a bad thing but it does… Read more “Challenge Yourself Daily”
Unknown Angels
I’ve always loved the thought of angels being real. If you believe in them, you aren’t alone. Many people, including myself believe not only in angels in… Read more “Unknown Angels”
No Excuses, Only Solutions
What is one of your biggest pet peeves? I know what mine is. I love to get things accomplished and it bothers me when everyone around me… Read more “No Excuses, Only Solutions”
Hypocrisy within the church
I’m a Christian. But even with my beliefs, I understand why so many people are getting fed up with organized religion. There are many within the church… Read more “Hypocrisy within the church”
First Responders
One of the most difficult careers a person can pick is to become a first responder. Not only do they have to endure tragedy and triumph, but… Read more “First Responders”
Breaking Away from Toxic Patterns
There is something to be said for being able to break away from those who drag you down. I’m pretty confident that there are people all around… Read more “Breaking Away from Toxic Patterns”
Closure doesn't always happen
How many of you have been ghosted? Yep. Yep. Yep. Been there more times than I can count. I’ve always been a very giving person. Sometimes to… Read more “Closure doesn't always happen”
The Joy of Christmas
Christmas is one of my least loved holidays and best loved all at the same time. I love the decorations that appear throughout the holiday season. I… Read more “The Joy of Christmas”
The Stars
There are more than a billion stars in the sky. I don’t think there’s an accurate way to count every single star that exists in the galaxy.… Read more “The Stars”
Magic of the Holiday
What is it about the Christmas holiday that brings so much joy and stress all at the same time? I really used to love Christmas. Now it’s… Read more “Magic of the Holiday”
Lack of Inspiration isn't uncommon
Inspiration. The one word that equates to new ideas, new projects, dreams, and allowing our imaginations to create portals to territories yet to be explored. Writers and… Read more “Lack of Inspiration isn't uncommon”
Nighthawk and ShadowCat
There’s a quietness that exists when the world is calm and still. There are also different worlds that evolve between the daytime and the night. When most… Read more “Nighthawk and ShadowCat”
Beautiful
What’s beautiful to you? Is it the ever evolving aging that we all do? Is it the beauty of animals and how they interact with one another… Read more “Beautiful”
Create a New Bucket List
There’s a chill in the air today. It’s almost like a stinging bee that eclipses past your head and finds a way to land on your body… Read more “Create a New Bucket List”
Triumph and Tribulation
In a perfect world, there is no sickness, no poverty, discrimination or violence. It’s a world that unfortunately will never exist. Utopia is a dream that many… Read more “Triumph and Tribulation”
When Grief Propels Change
When someone we love dies, a part of us changes. We feel helpless when it’s someone who has been fighting a battle with cancer, or any disease… Read more “When Grief Propels Change”
False Accusations Lead to Long Term Problems
How many of you have ever been falsely accused of something? Was it a minor issue? Or was it a major issue that may have caused imprisonment… Read more “False Accusations Lead to Long Term Problems”
Keeper of the Rainbow
What does it mean to be a keeper of the rainbow? How can it shine it’s light on you with the lights are multi colored? I had… Read more “Keeper of the Rainbow”
The effects of bullying into adulthood
Some of you will understand this blog better than others. It’s been a while since I last wrote and part of me has not really felt like… Read more “The effects of bullying into adulthood”
Calm Before the Storm
What is it about the change in the weather that makes everything so moody? It seems like when we are in the heart of hurricane and tornadic… Read more “Calm Before the Storm”
Thriving, not surviving
Ever heard the old saying that you have to learn to survive before you can thrive? I think most of us can relate to this. I know… Read more “Thriving, not surviving”
Noticing Changes
Changes are something that happen every second of every day. We all age every second, someone dies every second, someone is born every second of the year.… Read more “Noticing Changes”
Journey
Everything we do in this world is a journey. A journey doesn’t have to be based on a trip. It can be life experiences that we all… Read more “Journey”
Writing from the Heart
Everyone tells me to write from my heart. Most of the time that’s what I’ve been doing, albeit the days where I try to “Fake it til… Read more “Writing from the Heart”
Life Changes
It’s been roughly a week since I last did a blog. In that week, my life has changed considerably. I had a very serious decision to make… Read more “Life Changes”
Think Before You Speak
I know I’m not alone with this issue. I have a tendency to say what I think at the absolute worst times. I mean, you are talking… Read more “Think Before You Speak”
Understanding = Patience
Anyone out there who understands running out of patience? I think it’s one of the hardest things to stomach when there’s a lot that doesn’t get said.… Read more “Understanding = Patience”
Peaceful Thoughts
I love the idea of tranquility. You know. The mindless motions of our thoughts becoming one with the universe. Letting go of our inhibitions and stress. Putting… Read more “Peaceful Thoughts”
Turn What If’s into What Is
What if you could get the job you have longed for? What if you could find happiness in a relationship? What if you could have enough money… Read more “Turn What If’s into What Is”
Soaring Spirit
There are days that it takes every ounce of strength I possess to get up and face the world. There are also days where my energy is… Read more “Soaring Spirit”
Dealing with Miscarriage Emotions
I truly hope that none of you ever has to lose a child. It is the most heart wrenching, hollow, sickening feeling that someone will ever have… Read more “Dealing with Miscarriage Emotions”
Transitioning Grief
What to you is the worst thing about grief? I know for me the hardest part was not being able to talk to the person I loved… Read more “Transitioning Grief”
Ignore the Haters – Just Shine
You know what I think about jealousy? I think that jealousy is one of those emotions in life that can have a double edged sword. Without jealousy,… Read more “Ignore the Haters – Just Shine”
Loving Legends
Any history and legend buffs out there? I love ghost stories and legends. I think it’s because there is a certain mystique that has never been resolved… Read more “Loving Legends”
When Your Faith Falters, Kids Remind You
You know what I love the most about kids? Kids tell it like it is. They don’t see hatred until they learn it from others. I think… Read more “When Your Faith Falters, Kids Remind You”
Midnight
What is it about the term “midnight” that seems so magical? Is it the fact that Cinderella returned to her rags at midnight? Is it that the… Read more “Midnight”
Stop Complaining – Be the Change
I think this is one of the hardest things every single one of us deals with. When things don’t go our way, we are prone to grumbling… Read more “Stop Complaining – Be the Change”
True Friends
As I think about the summer and how the hot days are still here but the fall is just around the corner, I think about the excitement… Read more “True Friends”
Why Being Quiet Can Turn Into Power
There are times in all our lives where learning to be quiet can be quite powerful. If you don’t believe me, take a look at the people… Read more “Why Being Quiet Can Turn Into Power”
Time Manages You if You Aren’t Careful
Let me just say that if I hear “You’ve got time” one more time I think I’m going to scream. My whole life I have put off… Read more “Time Manages You if You Aren’t Careful”
Learn to Say “No”
Now I know I’m not the only one out there who has had a difficult time learning to say “No.” We all have tendencies to take on… Read more “Learn to Say “No””
Sometimes I really don’t like people
Have you ever had those feelings? You know the ones where certain people just grate on your last nerve and no matter what you do it’s never… Read more “Sometimes I really don’t like people”
What Would You Say?
Sometimes we never know what we’ll say when we get confronted with a situation. Here are just a few examples.
