Change is challenging and exciting at the same time. Have you or do you want to make a significant life change? What could inspire you to do so? Did you happen to watch the Grammys this past Sunday? Lizzo mentioned in her acceptance speech that Beyonce inspired her to become a singer. She skipped out of school in the fifth grade to attend a Beyonce concert. Lizzo was so moved…
It may not be a scary time for you, but it’s the most challenging time of the year for me! February is the month I make my annual doctor appointments. These are not routine appointments for physicals and eye exams. These appointments ensure my breast cancer has not returned or metastasized. These next few months will be agonizing for me. All my fears of recurrence rise to the…
Do not believe everything you hear! You will be astounded to learn how many factual things are myths. Want to know six untrue facts I have believed my whole life? While at a wedding this past weekend, I became involved in a conversation regarding the city of Chicago. Having lived there for ten years, I mentioned how much I missed it. If not for missing our family, my husband and…
First off, getting older is different for everyone. I, however, am thoroughly enjoying myself as I age. And there are five perks that make getting older a blast for me. At the top of my list is “I don’t care.” Truly. I no longer care what others think about me because I am perfectly comfortable in my own skin. Don’t like my hat? So…
Ever wonder where these proclamations come from? According to the National Calendar, it’s “Step in a puddle and splash your friends day!” (January 11th, 2023.) Are you having your friends over today to play in puddles? How fun would that be? I would love to splash around in some puddles. I believe I may be too old for that, or am I? Let’s start…
My wish for you in 2023 is to be open to change. What opportunities will you pursue this new year? What plans do you have to take advantage of opportunities that come your way? Are you familiar with the term “she/he are set in their ways?” The older we get, the more we become guilty of this. We get into comfortable routines and do not want to…