Gratitude…revisited
Being grateful at Thanksgiving is something we consciously pay attention to and verbalize around a table of family and friends….but why not do it year-rou...
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More New York/Brooklyn….Hey Jude!
So, as you know, adorable granddaughter, Jude, was born on my birthday in December, so I’ll be visiting Austin, Kate & Jude a bit more often than my u...
Make your bed…and other things that lead to happiness!
I’ve been listening to Oprah’s Super Soul Conversation podcasts and I find them so inspirational. I’ve gleaned some positive, interesting thin...
Motivational Monday…A Small World
I interrupt your Monday morning to bring you a smile….read these lyrics to “It’s a Small World” and really think about them…..and ...
Weekend Staycation in Malibu
So, I was talking to my sister a few months back and mentioned that I’d love to do a quick weekend somewhere close, like Malibu…where we used to vac...
A Visit to the South….Charleston, Savannah & A Wedding
I arrived in Charleston early on a Tuesday, after a weekend visiting A&K in NY, and since we weren’t meeting as a group (9 of us) until dinnertime, I decide...
Motivational Mondays…Gratitude (again)
Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings…..William Arthur Ward...
Friday Fun…theme parties…and entertaining!
It’s always so much fun to throw a party or event with a theme. Over the years I’ve thrown numerous themed birthday parties for the kids/the was-ban...
It’s Wednesday…make plans for the weekend!
I haven’t been good about timely blog posts of late. I’ve been a bit distracted by the new love in my life, grandbaby Rowan; her parents, Taylor &am...
Motivational Monday…Stupid stuff
Life is too short to worry about stupid stuff. Have fun. Fall in love. Regret nothing, and don’t let people bring you down. AMEN!!…You cannot direct...