Happy May Day! I know that most people don't leave baskets of flowers on their neighbors' doorsteps any longer, but maybe today's roundup of amazing writing will be a mental bouquet for you. I am following my own advice and writing this post outside while I enjoy the gorgeous spring weather (before the snow is supposed to move in … [Read more...]
Thankful for . . . You!
November 19, 2012 by 3 Comments
Hi there! In this week of giving thanks, I just wanted to take a moment to thank the community of folks who regularly read and comment here. This blog is a labor of love for me--I want to create a free resource that is available to anyone at any time. It's getting to be a deep pool of posts--I'm closing in on post #200 in the next month or … [Read more...]
Mid-Week Balance: 30 May 2012
May 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
I hope that this finds you relaxed after a great long weekend. However, the truth is that any holiday can be stressful when you are coping with illness or other challenges. So, this week's MWB round-up comes with a wish for some down time. I know that Memorial Day is over, but this piece with holiday survival tips from Christy Matta is … [Read more...]
Craving Watermelon: A Backwards Gratitude Exercise
October 14, 2011 by 8 Comments
One of my favorite self-care treats is fresh fruit. People who know me well will even joke about how I have been known to hide my favorite fruits when they were in short supply. The trick with fresh fruit is that word, "fresh." That means that the fruit I enjoy changes from season to season. There is something wonderful about that. I … [Read more...]
