It started with an appliance delivery that resulted in a dropped dishwasher which I sent back. I’d spent hours on the phone with the big-box…
We've often had the experience of something old becoming new again--think flared jeans or bedazzled clothing. That seems to be what’s happening in…
At lunchtime yesterday while making my favorite sandwich, I grabbed the bread, spread the mustard, and promptly put the mustard and sliced cheese…
One morning earlier this week, I was complaining in my head about several projects that were taking longer than expected, plus some other issues…
I have a pretty, heart-shaped ceramic box that belonged to my grandma. I call it my grandma’s heart, and it’s the keeper of notes I’ve made when I…
It’s easy to fall into full-time autopilot. Get up in the morning and do the morning rituals then consult your checklist, be it mental, on your…
I’m sure almost everyone has heard the old phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” I think we also know that…
“What you do for others, you are doing for yourself.” When I read these words this morning, it rang a total truth. I can say with complete…
This advice from Anne Rice works beautifully as a pledge we can each make so that our lives, and the lives of those around us, are as full and…
Truffles the cat took a pledge to model glasses for kids who might be hesitant to wear them. Her coolness shows them how cool they can be too. And…
The other night while finishing my Chinese food, I was wondering what was in my future via my fortune cookie. Will I be going on a cruise, or…
While making my lunch the other day, I reached into the tortilla chip bag and pulled out this perfect heart-shaped chip. How amazing is that! It…
For those going through a rough patch, when nerves are raw and emotions are strained, when it’s a real “when is this going to be over” situation,…
I support and follow Well Street's commitment by pledging to end my day with gratitude as well.
I mentioned in my comment to Well Street's…
I pledge to rein in my mind and be fully present to what another is saying in the moment.
When I'm having a conversation, I sometimes let…
I pledge to give my best self to myself, my family, my friends, and those I may not know. Asking myself, am I being my best self right now, and if…
I pledge to take time to find positive news rather than settling for the doomsday headlines that flood my feed.
I like to stay somewhat…
I pledge to pay attention to the moment. Too often I find my mind rehashing things from the past; woulda, shoulda, coulda. Or jumping to the…
Recently I had to have a car repair. There’s a whole backstory surrounding the repair that involves an untruthful mechanic who I unwittingly…
