Finding Happiness

Zesting at Virginia Beach

April 20, 2016

A few days back from a week in front of the sea – – aaahhhh! Like many people, being near the ocean is healing to my soul. Seeing and listening to the waves as I walk and walk along the shore serve to recharge my batteries. In case it relaxes you as much as does […]

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Zesting: My Word for This Year

February 3, 2016

In early autumn, I asked into my heart, “What word might best support me in the next year?” The question was a seed I cast forth with self-compassion, with the knowledge it would germinate in its own timing. A few weeks later, I pondered other questions related to the first one. How might I live […]

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Sharing Our Written Thankfulness

November 25, 2015

You might also like to read: Inviting Your Expressions for a Thanksgiving Post ~ (This includes tender remembrances of so many Thanksgivings with beloved  Aunt Kiddy & Uncle Mace) What to Do When You Aren’t Happy with Your Thanksgiving Traditions Giving Thanks ~ Readers Share Gratitude from the Heart  Gratitude & Creativity to Get Back […]

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KINDNESS ~ #GoodNewsSharing Challenge, day 4 of 8

October 20, 2015

“KINDNESSES” ~ Day 4 of 8 in #GoodNewsSharing Challenge You are invited to participate in 1 day or more in this Challenge. It is happening on Instagram, FaceBook, and Twitter. As well, I’m excited by the idea that all of us might consider adding the #GoodNewsSharing hashtag whenever we are posting something upbeat, whether it’s […]

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#GoodNewsSharing, 8-Day Challenge on Instagram, FaceBook, Twitter

October 16, 2015

Remember the first blog post on #GoodNewsSharing, a few weeks ago? I am still so excited about this sharing of good news via hashtag on Instagram, FaceBook, and Twitter, that my muse whispered an idea in my inner ear for a daily challenge of 8 days.   You are absolutely welcome to jump in for […]

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Be Part of the #GoodNewsSharing Network of People

September 12, 2015

Do you wish the news media covered more good news stories? I have wished this for a long time. Recently, I discovered two resources of “good news” – and the idea for #GoodNewsSharing was born.       What is #GoodNewsSharing? It is an invitation for all of us to share positive personal, local, national, […]

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New Beginnings – How About September?

September 1, 2015

 Could you use a Fresh Start in some area of your life?   (I am  raising my hand!)   In recent weeks, I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about September as ripe for new beginnings. It’s the back-to-school time in the northern hemisphere. Maybe you have school aged children you helped get ready to […]

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Creativity Feeds My Heart

January 16, 2015

  Have you ever wished you were finding more time to make art or engage creativity in other ways? I know I have felt a greater sense of wellbeing, contentment, and happiness when I schedule time on a regular basis to take creative actions. Last week, I was one of many people who received an email asking us […]

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My Guiding Word This Year

January 8, 2015

Have you ever chosen a special word to bring you support? Recently, I heard of a group of people who were doing this, finding a word that carries a helpful meaning for you as you move into new endeavors. I joined a lovely mini email course Susannah Conway was offering to her readers as a gift, […]

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The Best Time to Make New Resolutions

January 1, 2015

Long ago, I used to make New Year’s Resolutions, along with friends and co-workers. No examples come to mind, and I certainly have no memory of being spectacularly successful at achieving some goal due to making myself a promise at the beginning of a new calendar year. In 1985, I was introduced to a new way […]

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