Find A Way

Find A Way

I just finished watching the Netflix movie NYAD. This is the story of Diana Nyad, who woke up at 60 and realized she wasn’t finished, even though the world may be finished with her. As Netflix describes the movie, “A remarkable true story of tenacity, friendship, and the triumph of the human spirit, NYAD recounts a riveting chapter in the life of world-class athlete Diana Nyad.…

The Here and Now

The Here and Now

Are you moving through life on autopilot? Do you ask, “Where does the time go?” Are you living in the past or worrying about the future? Many of us are letting life pass by without paying much attention and before you know it, days fly by, as do the weeks, months, and years.…

Age of Rage

Age of Rage

Have you noticed people around you seem agitated these days? Perhaps you see short tempers, whether it’s road rage, on social media, or people having a tantrum over what seems to be the smallest thing. Everywhere you turn people are showing anger in restaurants, stores, hospitals, hotels, airports and on airplanes.…

A Trip to the Past

A Trip to the Past

Recently, I was fortunate enough to visit my old stomping grounds. My hometown and places nearby that I grew up around. My family had a special event and we all (around 20) gathered in Branson, Missouri to celebrate. Jim and I arrived several days prior to the family get together in my hometown of Springfield, Missouri.…

Hope

Hope

I find myself hoping for different things every day. It could be physical, emotional, or possibly financial as well as other types of wants, needs, and thoughts. These thoughts give me direction and goals for the future. I am hoping for good health, great relationships, heartfelt love, forgiveness, wonderful memories and more.…

Time

Time

Time is slow but also fleeting. One minute you’re young and wishing for a certain milestone and the next you are wishing for time to stand still and not move forward. Sadly, this was the case last month when our precious Hooper crossed the rainbow bridge.…

Don’t Worry, Be Happy, Live Longer

Don’t Worry, Be Happy, Live Longer

Happy. What does that mean? According to the dictionary, it’s a feeling or showing of pleasure, satisfaction, or contentment. How often do you hear people say they are happy? Many polls have been conducted, especially since the pandemic regarding happiness. The group IPSOS, a global marketing research company, did one world study on the global happiness of 30 countries in 2022.…