As parents, we want our kids to stretch, learn, and grow. We try and teach them to value hard work. We encourage them to do their best. But somewhere along the way, a shift in mindset can occur. It’s so subtle that we don’t even realize it’s happening. It’s the shift from encouraging excellence and…
Resolve to Be Nice to Yourself
Every year at this time people all over the world start making New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you have a list of your own. Not me. My history with resolutions for the new year reads like a point by point outline of my personal failures so several years ago I gave them up completely. But something…
Dear December, I’m Choosing Christmas
Dear December, I love you. I love your bright lights, your beautiful decorations, your music, your gifts, and most of your traditions. I love you with all of my heart. You offer so much, and I want to approach every event with joy and gratitude in my heart, but I just need a little…
Answering the Question, “How are you?”
Life is full of opposites: joy and sadness, fatigue and strength, hope and disappointment, frustration and encouragement, anger and calm. The list goes on. It’s rare that one state of being defines our day. And yet, we are consistently asked to define “how we are” with one or two descriptive words. Five weeks into our…
Embracing Imperfection…and a Towel Tutorial
Today it’s all about embracing imperfection and practicing what you preach. On Monday, my quote of the day was, “The more imperfect steps I take, the more clearly I can see what I want and what needs to change.” These words come from a place of true gratitude and acceptance. And, life is funny. Mid-week…