There is something incredibly comforting to me about the seasonal change from summer to fall. There are many of us who share this sentiment. It's our favorite time of the year. The temperature cools, the leaves change - even the smells change. And while there are also the cliche favorites like the pumpkin spiced latte… Continue reading A Change of Seasons
The Spiritual Importance of Keeping Your Hobbies
I once read a quote by the famous 1960's columnist, Erma Bombeck. It read: "When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I had not a single bit of talent left, and could say, I used everything you gave me." I posted it on my Instagram page and… Continue reading The Spiritual Importance of Keeping Your Hobbies
Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff (and other lessons that I have learned in 2017)
I was reflecting today on the things that I used to worry about. I used to worry about pretty much everything. "What needs to be done?" "What needs to be cleaned?" "Is this person mad at me?" "Should I eat this?" "Is coconut oil good for you?" "Am I gaining weight?" "Am I doing enough… Continue reading Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff (and other lessons that I have learned in 2017)
The Power of Letting Go
I have been trying to get pregnant for over 2 years now. While I know that many have tried longer and maybe even harder, I am letting go now. Two IUI's, two IVF's, countless procedures, and one miscarriage......I'm letting go. Tears, pain, questioning, reasoning, rationalizing, wanting and waiting......I'm letting go. Painful injections, horrible side effects,… Continue reading The Power of Letting Go
10 Reasons To Keep Hanging On – Even If You’re At The End Of Your Rope
Life can get hard sometimes. We question. We wonder. Sometimes we go through things that, while we are in the middle of it, we just cannot understand. It can become easy to develop a negative attitude or wonder if there is any point in continuing to try with whatever we may be struggling with. Several… Continue reading 10 Reasons To Keep Hanging On – Even If You’re At The End Of Your Rope
The Love of a Grandmother
It has been almost one year since my grandmother passed away. While I think of her daily, my fondest memories of her have been on the forefront of my mind over the last several days. If you have been fortunate enough to have experienced the love of a grandmother, then you understand how difficult it… Continue reading The Love of a Grandmother
When Life Tells You “NO”: The Beauty of Life’s Mosaic and the Bigger Plan
There have been so many times in my life that I have allowed myself to feel bitterness and resentment over not getting the things that I wanted or needed out of life. However, as time has passed, these difficulties have allowed me to see a bigger picture. I like to refer to this as the… Continue reading When Life Tells You “NO”: The Beauty of Life’s Mosaic and the Bigger Plan
