I’ve been thinking about my mother a lot lately. She was a wonderfully quirky, beautiful, and compassionate woman with a great sense of humor. When she graced me with one of her smiles, there... Read more >>

“Silent night, holy night, all is calm …” says the beautiful Christmas carol. Have you taken time this season to find your silent, holy, and calm night? Perhaps you can put on some... Read more >>

Wow, how quickly the year has passed! As I reflect upon all of the happenings, it seems like a return to simplicity seems like my theme. Herein, I am grateful for the simple blessings in my life.... Read more >>

I had just finished lunch and was washing the lunch dishes when I started thinking of my mom, who I had just visited before coming home. I started thinking how I should make it a point to spend more... Read more >>

Sometimes when we get the branches of our life pruned, we learn more about the gardening process: to plant, to water, to grow, to bud, to blossom. Thus, when a serious injury to my feet caused me to... Read more >>

A glorious day dawns and I awake in an unfamiliar bed … I smile to myself and take a deep breath—I am on retreat. Just days earlier and on a moment’s notice I had realized an... Read more >>

I love my life! I’ve loved it for quite some time. The good, the bad, the ugly—it’s mine. I wouldn’t change a thing about it. Some might not understand how I can say this... Read more >>

How do these three words pertain to personal growth and a woman’s healing journey? Yesterday was Thanksgiving Day and, as the name suggests, we all should pause on that day and reflect on what... Read more >>

Envision your beautiful lovable you as a fancy basket which you would decorate for your home. This basket would be a showpiece and hold all the wonderful mementos of your life. Bring out the best and... Read more >>

“Life is full of surprises and serendipity. Being open to unexpected turns in the road is an important part of success. If you try to plan every step, you may miss those wonderful twists and... Read more >>