Category Archives: Inspiration

I Hear You God, Loud and Clear

Posted on March 26, 2018 by

God sends a clear sign on a day of turmoil, transforming anxiety to peace. There is no such thing as coincidence. Continue reading →

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The Standing Ovation I Will Treasure for a Lifetime

Posted on January 10, 2018 by

For the last five days I have been basking in the joy of a moment experienced. I have written several blogposts about how the practice of mindfulness and gratitude can transform your life. It’s nice when I can share a … Continue reading →

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Year 2017 Was Looking To Be The Best, Then BAM………

Posted on December 31, 2017 by

…….I was diagnosed with breast cancer in October and the year got better! Well, let me clarify. Breast cancer and its treatment is no walk in the park and I am NOT glad to have it. I have, however, found … Continue reading →

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Wrecked by Grief and Restored by God

Posted on October 22, 2015 by

This year’s blessings have propelled me to heights of happiness which could be no more welcome after the pits of despair in 2014. Last October I was still reeling from the sudden loss of my father earlier in the year. … Continue reading →

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Why Not Choose Happiness?

Posted on October 3, 2014 by

I recently attended an all-day conference on happiness entitled ‘The Habits of Happy People’. It was sponsored by the Institute for Brain Potential and the speaker was Dennis Marikis, Ph.D. The beauty of the social work profession is that you … Continue reading →

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SERENDIPITY-DO-DAH. My, oh my, what a wonderful day!

Recently I am reminded of the crazy forces outside of us which influence our path.  It struck me just this week that I am not entirely in control of my destiny.   Okay, well I already knew this fact.  I just … Continue reading →

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“Rome wasn’t built yesterday”, “You have an eight track mind”, and other popular sayings.

Posted on October 9, 2013 by

For as long as I can remember, my beautiful, intelligent and always optimistic mother has had an adage at hand to cheer and guide me through life.  The problem is that they seldom come out right and often require some … Continue reading →

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The Job of Having Fun

Posted on October 1, 2013 by

I noticed last month I was trying to schedule ‘fun’ into my calendar.  If that’s not pathetic enough, it would amuse you to know I was failing miserably.  I’ve come to the realize that my serious side dominates me.  I … Continue reading →

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Safely outside the comfort zone?!

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

I’ve been preaching for a year to everyone who will listen that you have to step outside of your comfort zone to experience exponential growth. That which is truly exciting and phenomenal waits in that place we are too often … Continue reading →

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Who needs stuff?

Posted on March 26, 2013 by

Last week I saw the man of my dreams on The Today show. The fact that he is hot and a millionaire is beside the point. His name is Graham Hill and he is a minimalist. What is a minimalist, … Continue reading →

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