It’s Not Fair!

Last weekend we took two of our granddaughters to check on our property in the north woods. My six year old grandson begged to come with us. When I was explaining to my daughter that we did not have space to take more than two kids, my grandson was in the background crying “It’s not […]

How To Have A Positively Positive Day

Driving home from work, I flipped through radio stations, stopping on a talk radio program hosted by Jon Tesh. He caught my attention by asking “Do you want to have a happier and more productive day?” Honestly, who doesn’t? I listened as John went on to explain the results of a recent research study done […]

Turn Setbacks Into Success

We all experience setbacks in life whether it is at work, in relationships, school or sports. Recently, I started a weight loss plan and was progressing quite well. However, for the last three weeks, I have not lost weight but gained back a couple pounds. My initial reaction was one of disappointment in myself. I […]

You Can Do This Hard Thing

Life is often difficult with many challenges and obstacles thrown around and carelessly dumped in our path. I was looking for some encouragement when I stumbled across this song. (I actually borrowed the title for this post from singer Carrie Newcomer). If you wish, take a moment to listen to the lyrics to her song […]

Remember To Celebrate Your Success!

If you have been reading my posts regularly, then you know I have launched myself into major lifestyle changes. I’ve set a goal to lose weight as a way to improve my health. As a result of my efforts, I am proud to announce I have reached a total loss of 16 pounds to date. […]

Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day

Do you ever get tired or discouraged? Maybe you think you aren’t growing your career or relationships fast enough. For me, losing weight is one of those areas which gets frustratingly slow at times. We all have challenges, issues and hurts to heal in our lives. I want to encourage you (and myself) that Rome […]

How Baby Steps Are Changing My Life

Years ago my husband and I watched the farcical movie “What about Bob?” a 1991 film starring Richard Dreyfuss and Bill Murray. In the story line, Richard Dreyfuss plays a psychiatrist “Dr. Leo Marvin” who takes on a new patient “Bob”, played by Bill Murray. Predictably, Bob drives Dr. Marvin “out of his mind” while […]