Last week, I tried to find some light reading to help get away from the heaviness of world news. I came across a few stories to make me rethink the idea that romance is dead. Whether married, living together or in a long-term relationship there are moments romance takes a back seat. Surely, you understand how […]
Has anyone ever told you – you’re perfect just the way you are? Honestly, you’re not. Neither am I. The reality – no one is. The statement, although kind is not truthful. These words can be misleading. The idea of being perfect at all seems ludicrous. Of course, I say it now after going through […]
The word “Love” is thrown around like a ball on a tennis court but what does it truly mean? Love is different things to different people. There isn’t some universal definition we can all cling to. People will bend and twist it to be what most accommodates their needs. In my opinion, overuse of the word has […]
Introverts use time alone to re-energize. They require it to thrive otherwise they become drained from the noise and distractions of the world. While these types of individuals enjoy the quiet moments to regroup. Others don’t seek the solitude preferring to be around people. Extroverts create situations that will give them any excuse to socialize […]
We all remember reading short stories during our early school years. These good reads had a beginning, middle and end all wrapped up in small package. They were a great read leaving time for play afterwards. The nice part was the realization of the ending which usually left a small piece of wisdom or message […]
Eleanor Roosevelt, Jen Sincero, Sheryl Sandberg, Carrie Fisher, Jennifer Lopez, Mirtha Michelle Castro Marmol and Maya Angelou. These are the women on my wall – today. I keep a commemorative wall of quotes. Some sticky notes remain indefinitely. While others are replaced with new ones over time. Every morning and night as I brush my […]
I wake up each morning with a similar routine. My alarm goes off at the same time everyday to make espresso. Coffee gets the motor running. A small shot offers just the right amount of caffeine to motivate. It allows me to prepare myself for a new beginning. I walk into the bathroom, look at […]
1. You Are a Badass, Jen Sincero: If you’re feeling like you need a good kick in the ass. Be prepared to restart that engine. This author won’t let you feel sorry for yourself! No nonsense and truly genuine when she talks about learning to love yourself . Self-love is king, relentless in the journey to […]
Each day Rose woke up with a heavy heart. Her worries had not faded since that fateful day in July. She had no idea life was about to take a turn. This time it would forever change her. Michael had been the love of her life. They married after college. Unsure they wanted children they […]
We all have trying times that include days when you aren’t sure where you’ll draw the energy to get things done. It’s only Tuesday but the start of my week has been a bit shaky. I wasn’t feeling well forcing me to stay in bed to recharge. My daughter had exams and I had to […]
