If you could list just 2 things you'd like to change about yourself, what would those two things be? Make them simple, like overcoming failed efforts at capturing something for posterity sake. Or the easy-peasy kind of thing that you've lost control of. I'm talking about FREE things, nothing that costs a lot of money.… Continue reading The magic of reflection
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Oh, mom, you didn’t, did you? A mom’s confession.
Dear Youngest Daughter, You asked me why it didn't work for me? Why is it that after having read the book 3-4 times, bookmarked pages of importance, loved what I read - why is it that it didn't work or didn't stick for me? I've thought long and hard about how to answer that question. … Continue reading Oh, mom, you didn’t, did you? A mom’s confession.
Splashes of orange – perfect motivation
If one lives in a home for decades, what is the average number of paint colors layered on the interior walls? I often wonder if there is a breaking point for the wall? Will it start to fall apart if say, 10-20 or more layers are coated on it? I don't know the average number… Continue reading Splashes of orange – perfect motivation
Inheritance indecision
Even before my mom passed away, I began receiving an inheritance from her. I inherited her: spunk; eclectic decorating skills; you-better-listen-to-me-or-else moods; love for hugs; reluctant forgiveness (but always do eventually); and so much more. In retrospect, I inherited all the warm fuzzy stuff I loved about her. I also inherited her physical belongings (stuffed… Continue reading Inheritance indecision
The eight little drummers who didn’t make the cut
When I was growing up, one of my favorite Christmas songs was "The Little Drummer Boy." Come to think of it, it is still one. I love song lyrics I can remember and sing along with. But...it is one of those songs that can give me an earworm in a hurry. Sing it with me… Continue reading The eight little drummers who didn’t make the cut
Clutter storage containers – find your inner beach coach and let stuff go!
Cedar chests, stacking Rubbermaid bins, under-bed glider bins, good old bankers boxes, special little wooden boxes, good graycious, we sure have many choices for storage of stuff, don’t we? Do you have boxes or storage containers that you’ve placed the really important items from your past in or maybe stuff you’re not using in your… Continue reading Clutter storage containers – find your inner beach coach and let stuff go!