How do you let life be FULL instead of busy?

Aug. 20, 2014 by

Have you ever felt yourself running like a mouse on a wheel, chasing that to do list, and constantly feeling like there’s always more to get done? If you’re anything like me, you have countless things to do and only

What I’ll Miss Most About Mothering Little Babes

Jun. 4, 2014 by

“The soul is healed by being with children.” ~Fyodor Dostoyevsky As I write these words, tears are welling up in my eyes. Not only from sadness, but more from a deep appreciation for this amazing role I am blessed to

What can we learn from the storm?

Apr. 25, 2014 by

“Dark clouds may hang on me sometimes, but I’ll work it out.” ~Dave Matthews Greetings to you, beautiful! This little story is from my travels to Washington DC a couple weeks back…it’s all about alignment with joy and choosing to

Your Grass IS Green

Jan. 23, 2014 by

“The key is to keep company only with people who uplift you, whose presence calls forth your best.” ~Epictetus We’re not missing out…our lives are pretty sweet just as we are. In my earlier years, I was out on the

Competition Can Kill Your Dreams. Surrender and Be Y.O.U.

Dec. 4, 2013 by

“The journey has to feel the way you want the destination to feel.” ~Danielle LaPorte Do you ever look at someone else’s life and wonder, “How can she possibly do it? Does she ever sleep? Why am I having such a

“The 5 Most Beautiful Things” :: What are You Choosing?

“The 5 Most Beautiful Things” :: What are You Choosing?

May. 31, 2013 by

Palm fronds dancing on the breeze amidst the cerulean blue skies Enthusiastic seven year old hands playing “America the Beautiful” on her recorder Peaceful, sleeping almost three year old sunshine girl Joy-filled smile of my mama as she laughs with

Stories, Tickles, Songs and I Love Yous

May. 10, 2013 by

My words will never be enough. They will always fall short of expressing the true depth of my gratitude, admiration and love. And yet, here they are, offered as a gift, as a memory, as a tribute to the woman

Sometimes Sick Happens.

Sometimes Sick Happens.

May. 3, 2013 by

On Wednesday afternoon I enjoyed a beautiful outdoor celebration of May Day…including crafting a natural bird feeder and flower crown with my lil’ girl, watching both my girls dance around the May pole with friends, and explore the “forest” near

Gratitude Day #134

Apr. 5, 2013 by

Today, I give thanks. I record my gratitude and appreciation for every little thought, experience, interaction, dream, hope, challenge, and feeling in my life. Today is day #134 of this experiment. I feel transformed. I now see my life experience

Start With THIS

Feb. 2, 2013 by

Wake up happy. Allow time for appreciation. One hand on your heart, the other on your belly. Breathe in the richness of LIFE. Give thanks for all that is and all that is becoming. Focus on the GOOD. Take your