Stories & reflections
A little encouragement for the everyday. Join me for stories, reflections, and lessons from a resilient heart.
Happy New Year! Holiday visits and family celebrations are winding down. Some traditions may have been a carbon copy of last year’s; others may have had to adapt. Some changes were likely welcomed; others not. The birth of…
Read more: Taking Stock →Just had to pop in and say hello from my home to yours and share some love. Although I can’t find a source to credit, this thought often sustains me during this season of celebration: Those words touch…
Read more: Sharing Love Today →The event was several years ago, but I remember it often, especially during this time of year. I was invited to a seminar on dealing with loss during the holidays. Although I was interested in the topic, it…
Read more: When Grief Visits During the Holidays →We’re edging into what can be the “season of perfectionism.” We may be looking for the perfect gift and the perfect tree. Or, the perfect recipe, holiday card, Christmas Eve outfit, or even wrapping paper. A hushed voice…
Read more: The “Texas Snow” Reminder →This Thanksgiving story is now a family classic. I had some folks already asking me about it last week! Wince, chuckle, enjoy, and please share with me any of your family’s turkey traumas! So much to be grateful…
Read more: Thanksgiving Turkey Disaster: The Classic →Today’s inspiration is from a classic quote I like to remember, especially during this time of year: Most of us forget this courtesy. We tend to see people in the same light year in and year out, never…
Read more: Resizing Relationships →Today’s inspiration is a quick one, but one I’ve found to be consistently effective. Life has gotten a little hectic — a surprise celebration at a Pathfinders For Autism event, visits with two new doctors to assist in…
Read more: De-stressing in Real Time →Today’s inspiration comes from a quote that’s served me well during a few tough times last month. When life gets full and threatens to overwhelm, I try remember to “catch the good” within reach by taking some small…
Read more: Catching the Good →
