"Love is spoken best when it's not just said, but shown." ~ @dm-poetry Valentine's Day. For some it's a day of roses and romance, dinner and wine, jewelry and cards. For others it's just another day -- maybe because there is no 'significant other' in their life. I enjoy Valentine's Day. I enjoy picking out … Continue reading Love is Spoken Here
Family
Raw nerves
The other day I was speaking with someone and they off-handedly said, "Your parents must be proud of you!" And for a second, it seemed the air was sucked out of my lungs. I couldn't catch my breath. My eyes stung with hot tears. The pain twisted in my gut so sharp it was as … Continue reading Raw nerves
The Dance
"Dancing is moving to the music without stepping on anyone's toes, pretty much the same as life. ~ Robert Brault Combining two families into one home is a tricky feat until you find a system that works . . .and works well. It may be even more difficult when one family is your adult daughter's … Continue reading The Dance
Winter Weddings
"Snowflakes are one of winter's most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together." ~ Vesta Kelley I have to say, winter weddings are my favorite. I know most people prefer spring or summer, but something about the snow and cold outside and the warmth inside. . . The family … Continue reading Winter Weddings
Are Leaders Servants?
"Passion is everything. A leader can't inspire without it. When you're surrounded by people who share a passionate commitment around a common purpose, anything is possible." ~ Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks Leadership. It's a big responsibility. I signed up for a CEU class thru my alma mater, Columbia Southern University. The class is titled, … Continue reading Are Leaders Servants?
When Things Don’t Go Your Way
"Man plans, God laughs." -- Yiddish proverb As the image above shows, sometimes things don't go the way we would hope or plan. Take for instance, my weekend: I felt extremely nauseous Saturday morning when I went to work my EMS job. I made it through the day and eventually started feeling better. But … Continue reading When Things Don’t Go Your Way
The Road Back Home 