7 ways to protect your mental health during challenging times

September 25, 2025
Not long ago, I found myself standing at the kitchen counter, staring into my coffee like it might reveal all of life’s answers. Outside, the news blared another round of unsettling headlines. Inside, my mind felt like a noisy attic—full of worries, what-ifs, and to-do lists I didn’t...

The original "I saw Mommy…."

December 13, 2009

Odds ‘n’ ends

December 12, 2009
A girlfriend shared this website after reading my post on random acts of kindess. It's about a worldwide movment to inspire the world through giving. Her church is...

The Queen of Soul

December 12, 2009
Saw this clip in a movie about Ahmet Ertegen. One of my favorite songs from the golden age of soul. The voice. The emotion. She was and is still the Queen of Soul. The...

Sit Saturday ~ territory

December 12, 2009
Sometimes, you just have to be there. Riley has claimed our bedroom as his turf and fiercely protects it from the other dogs. His red airline carrier stays in our...

You say goodbye and I say hello.

December 11, 2009
Ahem.Well.It's not as straightforward as it seems.In fact it's downright confusing.Have you looked at your hands lately? Don't look too closely. It might scare you.I...

Gratitude Friday ~ the gift of life

December 11, 2009
The true miracle is not walking on water or walking in air, but simply walking on this earth. ~Thich Nhat HanhLife is the greatest gift of all, and we learn to...

Silent Night ~ Enya

December 11, 2009
This is a beautiful version of the Christmas song, in...

Beauty all around us

December 10, 2009
Thanks to Laura from Lolalina.com for today's guest post. Enjoy! and do visit her blog for a dose of inspiration. Hi! This is Laura from Lolalina, and I am visiting...

Warm, mellow Christmas feelings

December 10, 2009
An appropriate song on a day when we're discussing beautiful...

Beautycafe.com

December 9, 2009
If you're looking for a very cool fragrance shop, this one's been a favorite for a very long time.I almost exclusively use Comptoir Sud Pacifique Vanille fragrance and...

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