by Carol | Dec 19, 2018 | My Blog
To be avoided if possible: perfect gifts, kitchen slavery, mandatory cheerfulness. “Friends and family” is a familiar phrase this time of year, but not everyone has family or friends that can or even want to spend time together. Advertising and social media makes it...
by Carol | Oct 25, 2018 | My Blog
A smile says, “Welcome.” A smile says, “You matter.” Moods can shift dramatically with this simple gesture — both for the smiler AND the smilee. I know this for sure because when I see someone smiling at me, my face automatically smiles back. And I feel more relaxed....
by Carol | Mar 30, 2017 | My Blog
Note to self: add “Babe” to Netflix queue. I know, this seems crazy even to me. I am a grown woman, after all. But it’s the ridiculousness of a pig that talks, not exactly what she says, that makes me laugh. The looks I get when I confess my weakness for talking...
by Carol | Dec 29, 2016 | My Blog
I love second chances and, in my mind, New Year’s gives me one. It’s so appealing to start fresh, getting another chance to make life easier. This is the part I love: If your life is grand already, you can hope that it continues or maybe tweak it to make it even...
