These 9 famous people all made it with a can-do and a never-give-up attitude. Yes, there were tears and pain, but they made it! Failure is the first step to ultimate success!
Famous People Who Failed Before They Succeeded
Category: Writing
Does Erasing the Message Erase the Love?
As I came in the front door from being away with my husband for our 29th anniversary weekend at the lake, my daughter had just walked. She was on her way to her own vacation. As you can see, she left a sweet note on my calendar...
Sunscreen, Sand and Salt Air…
Walking out onto the warm sand, I sink my toes in and cherish the moment. I won't waste a single moment of this bliss.
Who Are You?
A Poem for Thought
What Are You Saying?
A Poem for Thought Yes, I ask you... What are you saying? With your actions, With your looks, With your eyes and sideways glances. With your gestures and your movements, With where you go and what you do while you are there. What are you saying... With your walk, With your family, And WITH YOUR [...]
Just What Are You Doing?
Another poem for thought. Just what are you doing?
This Is How I Parent in Times of Crisis
I have heard the question so many times... How do I parent in times of crisis? And... what do I tell the kids now?Americans are getting a crash course in parenting in 2020! YIKES
Here are 10 tips to incorporate into your parenting style during a crisis.
I Can’t “Turn You Over My Knee” ‘Cause You’re Over 18
Parenting adult children can be a joy and a challenge! My kids will get hurt, they will fall down, but I will be there to pick them up and always love them. It is no longer my job to discipline.
How Can I Learn a New Skill When my Brain is Supersaturated?
How can I learn a new skill when my brain is supersaturated? What does that mean anyhow? As an over 40 empty nester, am I somehow diminished in my capacity to learn?
Grandson, Thank You for Distracting Me!
When asked your favorite distraction when life gets you down, what comes to your mind? There is only one answer for me...