Choose joy

Thursday December 8, 2011 #375 “Joy is what happens to us when we allow ourselves to recognize how good things really are.” ~Marianne Williamson Most human beings suffer from a tendency to see the negative in people, situations, and most damaging – themselves.  If you...

The lens of gratitude

Thursday November 24, 2011 #371  “Life is always going to contain a little darkness, but we get to decide whether or not we recognize and appreciate the light.´ ~Lori Deschene Happiness and satisfaction in our lives is often dependent upon how we choose to perceive...

Focusing our Imagination

Thursday August 11, 2011 #341 “You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” ~Mark Twain A real gift of being with a child is watching the world through their eyes.  Their imaginations are limitless and a balloon or a cardboard box have...

Being grateful for the experience

Tuesday July 19, 2011 #334  “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” ~Dr. Seuss When wonderful experiences end, we often grieve in sadness wondering why they can’t last forever.  It could be a relationship, a great job, or a child moving...

Choosing sunshine

Tuesday June 28, 2011 #328  “Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.” ~Anthony J. D’Angelo Have you ever noticed those individuals who, despite difficulties and challenges, remain steady, positive and even hopeful?  While I...

One thing at a time – done well

Thursday April 14, 2011 #307 “We cannot do everything at once, but we can do something at once.” ~Calvin Coolidge It is easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer amount of projects, meetings, and other work we face every day.  Our smart phones, iPads, and laptops just make...