Gratitude ~ Inviting Your Expressions for a Thanksgiving Post

November 21, 2013

Would you like to contribute your own expression of appreciation or maybe a Thanksgiving recollection? They will be part of a special blog post I plan to publish on Thanksgiving Day. You are invited to offer a few sentences or a list of gratitudes. Or, you might like to share a favorite Thanksgiving memory or […]

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Finding the Motivation to Write

November 18, 2013

Do you find yourself procrastinating when it is time to sit down and write? Would you like to learn how to find the motivation to write? Whether you are a novice or an experienced writer, you may find yourself hitting a roadblock from time to time. There are several reasons why you may find writing […]

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Love Transcends Death

November 14, 2013

Two good friends recently lost precious, beloved mother figures. While writing condolence notes to each of them, my thoughts returned to thirteen years ago in the months following my own mama’s death. I recalled a simple truth someone brought to me: The love you and your mother have will connect your hearts forever. Looking back, […]

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5 Habits of Happy People

November 11, 2013

We often think happiness eludes us, or we believe we need a certain string of events to occur to be happy. The fact is anyone can experience happiness. Being happy is a choice and is influenced by how you approach events and circumstances you may find to be undesirable. Are you ready to make a […]

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Father-Daughter Moments

September 13, 2013

My father and I have had an evening ritual for the past eight or so months. When he awakens from his nap, I invite him into his kitchen for our little party of drinking water and free form dancing while I prepare the meal. Our favorite CD holds many hits by Peggy Lee from the […]

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Meditation: Easy Relaxation Practices

August 10, 2013

Would you like to learn how to stop stress in its tracks and play with new ways to relax? In this moment, you might ask yourself what you are feeling, physically and emotionally. What number would you assign to your current stress level, 0 through 10, with 10 being extreme stress? You can use your […]

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Author Interview, with Corby Caffrey-Dobosh

July 29, 2013

~ * ~ From time to time, you will see interviews of authors who have contributed to our Love Revealed books. Corby Caffrey-Dobosh has essays in two of the books – so far. “Personality” is in Parent-Child Memories: Love Revealed, and “Absence” appears in Living Through Grief: Love Revealed. Dena: Corby, when did you first […]

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Happy Summer Memories of Childhood

July 24, 2013

~ * ~ Today I have been reflecting on fun experiences in summertime when I was a child. The memories are presented in no special order and they cover a variety of ages, as early as five. My fifth birthday was a few months after my family moved to the countryside in 1954. All I […]

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Loss of a Loved One: Emotional Healing Is Still Possible

July 16, 2013

~ * ~ “Love Dissolves Everything” is the title of a recent post Sheila Foster wrote for her blog, The Mystical Union of Love and Heartbreak. She wrote of unexpected healing that occurred even in the midst of her sister’s dying time as well as beyond her death. With Sheila’s permission, I am including the […]

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Happiness in Life: Photography

July 12, 2013

~ * ~ This summer I have discovered another source of happiness – taking photos. With my smart phone, no less. Several weeks ago, I commented to a friend that one day I would like to take a basic photography course. While reading Tammy Strobel’s RowdyKittens.com blog two days later, I was tickled to discover […]

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