High-Octane Fuel Imagine having an endless supply of energy! We witness it in young children utilizing unlimited quantities throughout the day with a guarantee of a full tank of energy ready and waiting for them the next morning. When awake, energy is the fuel we rely on to be productive[…]
Suit of Armor Tribune Article 041502018
Suit of Armor I have so much love and hope for our young people today. Getting the opportunity to substitute at Matagorda School, I see their knowledge and development grow exponentially as they work their way to the end of May. My only wish is that our school system would[…]
Stay in Touch Tribune Article March 11, 2018
STAY IN TOUCH In the morning or late evening, if you stand very still outside and close your eyes, you can feel the seasonal shift in the air. Despite the chilly days we’ve experienced this month, Spring begins March 20th on our calendar, but Mother Nature ultimately decides when it[…]
Ode to the Keeper Tribune Article (February 11, 2018)
ODE TO THE KEEPER The Keeper is a job title held by many and is defined as the purveyor of “invisible work” amassed within a household that requires an unbelievable amount of mental energy. In short, we’re referring to the parent tasked with directing the symphony of emotions and lists. […]
Let The Wind Blow (Sunday Lifestyle Article in the Tribune 2/4/18)
LET THE WIND BLOW Many of my friends find it amusing when I tell them I was a shy child growing up. Being the baby with five older siblings, I might have been coddled somewhat and I found change to be uncomfortable. My two sisters often reminded me it was[…]
The Art of Appreciation Tribune Article 1/28/18
The Art of Appreciation Cultivating and tending to a garden requires time and patience, but in the end, your care and nurturing produces a bounty of fruits and vegetables or a landscape of magnificent flowers. As much as sunshine and water play a role in the growth and development[…]
Mother Nature Lifestyle Tribune Article 1/14/18
Mother Nature Just when you thought we couldn’t be surprised by any more weather events, Mother Nature proved once again she has the final say on surprises. Reeling from the hurricanes, earthquakes, droughts, wild fires and flooding of 2017, we welcomed 2018 with a sigh of relief in hopes that[…]
Cruising Altitude Article in the Tribune January 7, 2018
Cruising Altitude With 2018 off the ground, I hope you’ve located your cruising altitude. Expectations for the new year are high at this stage of the game, but some individuals may find themselves experiencing unexpected turbulence early on in the new year. I want to address those conflicts. As a[…]
Weakest Link Tribune Article (2)
The Weakest Link Remember the saying, “A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.” Strength is a wonderful asset to have if you happen to be arm wrestling or playing tug-of-war. Those are examples of physical strength, but mental and emotional strength are qualities of uncommon valor, too. […]
Here & Now The Gift of Presence Tribune Article
Here and Now, the Gift of Presence The holidays are here! Close your eyes and slowly take three, deep breathes. Now, open your eyes and remind yourself why we truly celebrate our sacred traditions. Life is precious. All things material are fleeting just like the funds in your bank account[…]