Physical Activity
How do you take care of yourself? Are you aware of your needs and wants? We are into the swing of the holiday season and soon New Year’s resolutions will be upon us. However in this midst of things, what…
Children’s Future
Your thoughts, words and actions have an impact on your children’s future. It is extremely important to read to children in order to build their vocabulary and prepare them for success in school. Children who are born into poverty often…
Self Respect
What is self respect? How does self respect differ from self-esteem? Self esteem is definitely thinking highly of yourself. However, self respect trains people how to treat you and what you are willing to tolerate within relationships. Our self respect…
Passion
This past weekend one of my girl friends and I took part in two craft sales. I was feeling quite removed and pretty empty. I had a really hard time shaking the emptiness I was feeling. Sitting and talking with…
Soul Soothing
This past week has been one of the most trying times in my life. Unfortunately, my best, most loyal friend, Copper, is no longer on this earth plane. He completed his life’s purpose and now is in the Spirit world….
Emotional Needs
According to pediatrician, Gabor Mate, “The secret of parenting is not in what a parent does but rather who the parent is to a child. When a child seeks contact and closeness with us, be become empowered as a nurturer,…
Ancient Memory
At one time, all humans paid attention to the cycles of the moon, ocean, sun and winds. Somehow most people have lost that intimate connection to the land and in turn to life. Native American activist, John Trudell, once said,…
Good Company
Good company is definitely a blessing! Humans are social beings. We do our best when we feel we belong and are of value in the communities we belong too. Establishing community requires effort as does maintaining any relationship. Sometimes, we…
Friends
There is nothing like old friends; however, it can be awesome making new friendships. I am certainly grateful for my friends, family members and old dog Copper. I think anyone who has friends or family members they trust and love…
Something Better
My theory in life is: always something better! If someone is not giving you what you need or the love you deserve: move on. Respect is essential in any relationship. People are taught respect in their family units. If there…