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Vulnerability
I always try to do the things that I recommend to my clients. This past month I have had two opportunities to do this. In January, I had cataract...
Vulnerability
I always try to do the things that I recommend to my clients. This past month I have had two opportunities to do this. In January, I had cataract...
Heirlooms
I used to like “stuff” but have recently changed my mind. My mother “inherited” so many things from each of my grandmothers and, of course, when mom died, I...
Heirlooms
I used to like “stuff” but have recently changed my mind. My mother “inherited” so many things from each of my grandmothers and, of course, when mom died, I...
You Just Gotta Laugh!
I have waited for over a year to have cataract surgery. My eyes were too dry so after trying drops, my optometrist bumped up the dosage. That didn’t work and...
You Just Gotta Laugh!
I have waited for over a year to have cataract surgery. My eyes were too dry so after trying drops, my optometrist bumped up the dosage. That didn’t work and...
It's Complex!
I remember years ago when a client was talking about her ex-husband. She asked me,” What do you get when you take control away from a control freak?” The answer...
It's Complex!
I remember years ago when a client was talking about her ex-husband. She asked me,” What do you get when you take control away from a control freak?” The answer...
Resolutions
Usually, people plan resolutions to begin the new year. They have good intentions and high expectations, but by the time they get to the end of January they might find...
Resolutions
Usually, people plan resolutions to begin the new year. They have good intentions and high expectations, but by the time they get to the end of January they might find...
Relationships
Jimmy Buffet, in his song “Fruitcakes” states: “Now here comes the big ones, relationships, we all got 'em. We all want 'em, what do we do with 'em?” Very profound....
Relationships
Jimmy Buffet, in his song “Fruitcakes” states: “Now here comes the big ones, relationships, we all got 'em. We all want 'em, what do we do with 'em?” Very profound....
Forgiveness
Well, we just made it through another holiday season and like it or not, there might have been some people or situations that rubbed us the wrong way. Spending time...
Forgiveness
Well, we just made it through another holiday season and like it or not, there might have been some people or situations that rubbed us the wrong way. Spending time...
Beliefs
There is an interesting story about a woman who went to the butcher and asked for a ten-pound roast with two inches cut off the end of it. The butcher...
Beliefs
There is an interesting story about a woman who went to the butcher and asked for a ten-pound roast with two inches cut off the end of it. The butcher...
A Time for Pause
For over two decades I have been writing this newspaper column. Some might think that there is only so much one can say about the special holidays and important dates...
A Time for Pause
For over two decades I have been writing this newspaper column. Some might think that there is only so much one can say about the special holidays and important dates...
The First Christmas
As I sit in my warm condo when temperatures are close to 20 degrees below zero, I look out at the snow and think of the story from ancient scriptures...
The First Christmas
As I sit in my warm condo when temperatures are close to 20 degrees below zero, I look out at the snow and think of the story from ancient scriptures...
Positive Charge
I have a confession to make! My condo has been workable – for me – but not for others. At least I made it work without considering how it could...
Positive Charge
I have a confession to make! My condo has been workable – for me – but not for others. At least I made it work without considering how it could...
Secrets
In Poor Richard’s Almanack Ben Franklin is quoted as saying: “Three may keep a secret, if two of them are dead.” My grandson, Justin, used to beg me not...
Secrets
In Poor Richard’s Almanack Ben Franklin is quoted as saying: “Three may keep a secret, if two of them are dead.” My grandson, Justin, used to beg me not...
Wants Or Needs?
On November 11, 2023, my only nephew, Kyle, died suddenly at the age of 39 years. He had been healthy and strong, so we were shocked. It was sad when,...
Wants Or Needs?
On November 11, 2023, my only nephew, Kyle, died suddenly at the age of 39 years. He had been healthy and strong, so we were shocked. It was sad when,...
Christmas Already?
So, we made it through Black Friday and are now facing a season of socials, giving and food! How on earth are you going to manage everything when you are...
Christmas Already?
So, we made it through Black Friday and are now facing a season of socials, giving and food! How on earth are you going to manage everything when you are...
Can't Get Things Done
So often I hear individuals who are in a state of overwhelm tell me that they just can’t get things done. Lately I have been thinking about the reasons...
Can't Get Things Done
So often I hear individuals who are in a state of overwhelm tell me that they just can’t get things done. Lately I have been thinking about the reasons...
Hidden Army
For the past few years, I have had the privilege of working with active military and Veterans from Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. These individuals have had...
Hidden Army
For the past few years, I have had the privilege of working with active military and Veterans from Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. These individuals have had...
Adjustments
Most people like to have a routine that is familiar but because people are different, routines are also different. Here are some of the variations: The rigid routine...
Adjustments
Most people like to have a routine that is familiar but because people are different, routines are also different. Here are some of the variations: The rigid routine...
Faith or Works
Ancient scriptures state: “Faith without works is dead” but this doesn’t tell the whole story. There is a time for faith and a time for works. According to...
Faith or Works
Ancient scriptures state: “Faith without works is dead” but this doesn’t tell the whole story. There is a time for faith and a time for works. According to...
Let Them Fail
We all want the best for those who we love. Unfortunately, sometimes we try harder than they do and end up preventing them from learning, growing and succeeding in life....
Let Them Fail
We all want the best for those who we love. Unfortunately, sometimes we try harder than they do and end up preventing them from learning, growing and succeeding in life....
Exposure
During the past couple of weeks there has been shocking news about the music world. Indictments, accusations and a flood of information has dominated social media and mainstream journalism. In...
Exposure
During the past couple of weeks there has been shocking news about the music world. Indictments, accusations and a flood of information has dominated social media and mainstream journalism. In...