Being Grateful
Reflections and Gratitude this Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you have plans to enjoy the day with your loved ones. It is a tradition to count our blessings on this holiday, and I love taking time to think about all there is to be grateful for in my own life. The past few months, in particular, have offered me a…
Read MoreGratitude for the Gift of Freedom this Veterans Day
Monday is Veterans Day here in the United States. Canadians and Australians also celebrate their veterans on November 11, which they call Remembrance Day. Veterans Day has always held a very special place in my home and my heart. I am proud to say that my husband Mike served in the Air Force for 17…
Read MoreGratitude for our Freedom this Independence Day
Happy Independence Day to all of my friends in the USA! July 4 is a special day for me. My beloved grandmother was born on July 4, and her sister, one of my favorite aunts, passed away on July 4 a few years ago. I always take time on this holiday to thank God for…
Read MoreTimeless Wisdom from Mom Applies to Your Business, Too!
With Mother’s Day this weekend, this is a great time to take a moment to honor all of the hard-working women in our lives — our friends, sisters, aunts, grandmothers, stepmothers, ourselves, and of course, our moms. This Sunday, thank a woman in your life other than your mom for the contribution she has made…
Read MoreThis Valentine’s Day, Honor Everyone You Love
Wednesday is February 14th, and while some people think of Valentine’s Day as a “Hallmark holiday” invented to sell greeting cards, I encourage you to think beyond this cynical label. As you make plans with your loved one, buy treats for the children in your life, and pick out chocolates and flowers, it’s worth asking:…
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