Part of the reason I always enjoy Thanksgiving more than Christmas is that it is a day devoted to giving thanks instead of giving presents. I am not opposed to being the recipient of a nice gift, and I do… Read More ›
Just One Thing Each Day
Changing myself and the world one day at a time and one good act of kindness at a time . . .
Feeling Good Inside and Out
This Saturday, like many of it predecessors, was busy, productive, and good, and it has left me feeling happy and satisfied. In the midst of it all, there still was the time and the desire to do just one thing for… Read More ›
Safe Havens
As the week comes to a close, I find myself closing down as well, not in a negative way, but in a it’s-been-a-long-week-and-I-am-so-glad-the weekend-is-here kind of way. Overall, it was a really positive and productive week, and I am in… Read More ›
Prayers and Presents
After almost a week of writing this particular blog, I find that I wake up every morning wondering what one thing I can do for others and myself that day. Some days, I have a specific intention that I want… Read More ›
The Power of Words
There is such tremendous power in both the spoken and written word, and I only now am coming to fully understand and appreciate this for myself and for others. The words we speak to ourselves and others, both aloud and… Read More ›
Joy to You and Me
I am nothing, if not entertaining. I may not be the ‘pretty girl’, but I most certainly am the ‘funny girl’. In addition to my big smile, I have a big laugh and a keen sense of humor to match… Read More ›
Treats for the Body, Mind, Baby Soul, and Spirit
Today was an absolutely gorgeous day in Kentucky, as it was in the mid-70s and sunny, which is a little slice of heaven for early December. It feels more like Kentucky Derby time than Christmas time. It made Monday all the… Read More ›
Gifts for the Heart and from the Heart
I stumbled upon this picture a little while ago, and I was drawn to it immediately. It sums up the whole concept behind this blog, as I really believe that by doing just one thing each day for yourself and… Read More ›
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! Unlike the official New Year’s Day, when I bound out of bed full of hope, renewed energy, and ready to tackle the new year ahead, I woke up feeling burned out physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I… Read More ›
New Year’s Eve
Since tomorrow kicks off my “New Year’s Day” for beginning my new venture of doing one thing each day to help myself and others, that makes today my “New Year’s Eve”. Much like when I celebrate the official New… Read More ›