Happy Halloween! It’s difficult to believe that the of October is near, and nearly the end of 2023. Yet miraculously the kids were ready to go trick or treating in spite of cold weather. Costumes didn’t turn out as expected, but at the end of the day, each kid pivoted and improvised within 10 minutes […]

Life happens. Life teaches us lessons if we only listen. We have to quiet the mind. We have to shut out the commotion and noise from the outside world. Truly reflecting and looking at what we need to thrive is important. Prioritizing our needs is a must. It is only then, once we know what […]

Personal values matter because they provide a framework for decision-making and guide our behavior and actions. They represent the principles and beliefs that are important to us as individuals, shaping our attitudes, priorities, and goals. Here are some key reasons why personal values are significant: Authenticity and self-awareness: Personal values reflect who we are as […]

In my previous post, I shared my personal story about writing a poem intended for a friend of mine, which turned into an eye opening and painful realization that I was my own worst enemy. Self image is a tricky subject to think about, and even more challenging to talk about. I’m just going to […]

“If I could see what others see I think I’d be surprised If I can only see myself Through someone else’s eyes …” These are the opening lines of a poem I wrote several years ago. I was inspired to write it for a close friend because I was sick and tired of listening to […]