May 2011
April 2011
100 Things
A couple in Oregon decided to get rid of their debt, simplify their lives, and limit their possessions to 100 items per person. My first thought - I’m out. I probably have more than 100 pairs of shoes. But, since I enjoy a challenge, I decided to come up with a list of what I would keep - if I had to limit my life to 100 things. Only if I had to.
Two pairs of jeans. Done. And then the anxiety...
Where Do You Find Joy?
I love tackling a question that can have so many different meanings depending on who is answering it. What is joy? What brings me joy? It is a question that during different times in one’s life will have several interpretations. As a mom of two, a wife, and teacher ~ I designate a lot of time to trying to bring joy to others. Now in my early 40’s, it is time to stop and take quiet moments and...
It takes courage to grow up and become who you...
All my life I have been an observer. It never made sense to me, that with all the watching I did, I was constantly told WHO to be. Somewhere along the way, I learned that if I became what others wanted me to be, more specifically - my family members - that they would be happier with me. Love me more. And when you are spending every moment of the day under the same roof with these people, that is...
