With endless work deadlines, social engagements, and family responsibilities, it can feel like we're in a constant battle with time. Learning to say 'NO' more often just might be the solution. Appreciating your need for some 'me time' is one of the most fulfilling gifts you can give yourself and others... More >>
I was a snowflake because at 23 years old, I was still living at home. I wasn't lazy or unmotivated, but I had almost no self-confidence, because of how my dad treated me when I was very small. I was made to feel like I couldn't do anything right... More >>
When my amazing husband passed away at age 59 several years ago, I was faced with a choice: curl up in a ball and let it defeat me or get back into life and really LIVE it with gusto to honor him and myself... More >>
...I thought of my poor husband at that moment. He had married an attractive woman, and in just a few years, he no longer had what he married... More >>
A few weeks ago, I was in a status meeting with my boss, other managers, and the support staff at our company. Side conversations always occur at these meetings, and I was involved in one when my boss asked me if I had taken my Ritalin that day and compared me to his teenage daughter... More >>
My husband and I have been married for twelve years and are raising four kids, raising in age from 5 to 11 years old. I've been a stay-at-home mom since day one, but two years ago, I got the crazy idea to open a small children's clothing boutique in hometown. I thought I could do it all... More >>
When our kids were young, we had a 'Job Jar' - a big jar in the kitchen with folded, small white pieces of paper in it. Each piece had a task and a dollar value attached. When the kids asked for money to get something, I would direct them to the jar... More >>
With endless work deadlines, social engagements, and family responsibilities, it can feel like we're in a constant battle with time. Learning to say 'NO' more often just might be the solution. Appreciating your need for some 'me time' is one of the most fulfilling gifts you can give yourself and others... 
I was a snowflake because at 23 years old, I was still living at home. I wasn't lazy or unmotivated, but I had almost no self-confidence, because of how my dad treated me when I was very small. I was made to feel like I couldn't do anything right...