Monthly Archives: November 2017

A Letter to my Body

Most of us have heard at some point or another that it is beneficial to write a letter to our loved ones that have passed. Or to write a letter to someone that we need forgiveness from or need to … Continue reading

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Embracing the New

I just turned 47 years-old. I have been experiencing changes in my body for the last year or so. It all started with extremely heavy and irregular menstrual periods and some weight-gain in my tummy area. I did not think … Continue reading

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Beyond Judgment

“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I’ll meet you there. –Rumi I judged my own art for years. Was it good enough? Did I use just the right colors? Did I get the right perspective? … Continue reading

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A Letter to My Father

Today is November 26, 2017. I write to you because today I miss you the most. I miss you every day, however, some days more than others. Today is one of those days that I miss you more than others. I … Continue reading

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The Power to Simply Be

“The power for creating a better future is contained in the present moment: You create a good future by creating a good present.” –Eckhart Tolle Sometimes a body needs rest. That is what my grandmother used to say. As I … Continue reading

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Don’t Quit

November 24, 2017. It is my birthday. I woke up excited and ready to enjoy the day. I was having breakfast with my 70-year-old gorgeous mother. It is one of my favorite things to do for my birthday, to enjoy … Continue reading

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From Bad News to Victory

Two days ago I was given some bad news. The boss of the speaking engagement I had for nine years was going to either cut my salary in half or cancel me. I loved that gig and all the people … Continue reading

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The Most Grateful Person

“Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” ― Viktor E. Frankl I met Dianna in the nursing home where I was taken to … Continue reading

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Making Peace with Change

“The way of peace is the way of love. Love is the greatest power on earth. It conquers all things.” –Peace Pilgrim Peacemaking is never easy, especially making peace when you don’t quite know who you are yet. My identity … Continue reading

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Our Beautiful Selves

 Thanksgiving is almost here. What are we grateful for this time of year? ‘What am I truly grateful for this Thanksgiving,’ I asked myself this morning. Of course, there are many things to be grateful for, my family, my home, … Continue reading

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