Hurricane Harvey is breaking all of our hearts just watching the news. There are a number of things you can do from afar, folks. Do not forget the pets left behind. But above all, do something for those in need! Here are several organizations and coordinated efforts coming to the aid of Texans: The American... Continue Reading →
Miracles Really Do Happen
Last week was one of those I-cannot-believe-it weeks. I had a lesson to learn, and it was humbling, to say the least. I had a mega cry on Friday night a week ago, and I have no idea what set it off. It doesn’t really matter because in grief you are okay one minute and... Continue Reading →
Helpful Tips When a Sister Friend Has Breast Cancer
Some of you know that after a 11 year hiatus, I am involved again with Expedition Inspiration Fund, a charitable organization that raises money for breast cancer research and research efforts. We may be Pink but we are not Fluffy. I wrote this for their blog, and wanted to share with you, too! For the... Continue Reading →
Guess What? I Am Still Happy
Grieving is such an odd ball of wax, a difficult process to pinpoint and even hard, oh so hard to stuff in a box. You have to face it head on otherwise you just will not heal. Remember the ride I mentioned in my last post? It's a roller coaster and your stomach rolls with... Continue Reading →
I’m Going Out on a Limb
“The whole purpose of religion is to facilitate love and compassion, patience, tolerance, humility, and forgiveness.” ― Dalai Lama XIV I am definitely going to go out on a limb today. I just cannot sit back and let it go. I have been giving a great deal of thought to the events that have happened here in... Continue Reading →
10 Feel Better Things to Do on a Sick Day at Home
I sure could have used this information yesterday! I took my first winter spill, and I have to admit it was INDOORS. Yes, you read that correctly. There was something super slick on the kitchen vinyl at the office. I walked in the room for much needed coffee and ended up on the floor underneath... Continue Reading →
talk, talk, #talk or let’s talk!
I always think out loud and this morning on my run was no exception. Lately, I have been giving advice about communication and conversation. To resolve and solve issues. To be collaborative rather than combative. But, communication is the heart of the many things we deal with in life. Let me backtrack a bit. On... Continue Reading →
#Bandanas for #Idaho #firefighters
from Facebook today. Getting the word out! Blaine County, Idaho Sheriff Ramsey: "I was at Albertsons the other night and a hot shot crew member came up and asked me where he could buy a bandana. Albertsons doesn't sell them, so I gave him one I had. Firefighters use bandanas to protect themselves from... Continue Reading →