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Will They Laugh at My Idea?
You’ve been there, haven’t you?
Look Back, So You Can Look Forward…
I’m not one to make New Year’s resolutions…
The Gift…
I just wanted to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas. Happy Holidays! I’ll be in touch with you in the New Year. In the meantime, join me for a few minutes in “The Gift.”
Do You Miss Dessert Because Your Plate is Always Full?
It started innocently enough… I opened my uplifting, daily email from tut…
Step Away from the Dog, Mister!
While out walking my dog a few days ago, one neighbor — speaking to another — raised his voice as I walked by. I was his target and was clearly intended to hear what he had to say…
Do You Shrug Off Your Compliments?
If you tend to shrug off compliments, stop! Instead, why not have a little fun with them? Here’s your mission, should you choose to accept it…
An Ending? Or, a Beginning?
“Labor Day marks the last of camping season. The pools will close for the year.”
“I really LOVE this time of year, though,” I sighed.Weaving An Income Stream for Yourself
I spotted The Spider on the second day of my visit to the farm. (I named him Yellow Spot, as his black torso was dotted with yellow.) I’m not fond of spiders. But, I saw something there I wanted to share with you…
But, I Don’t Have a Creative Bone in My Body!
Does that sound familiar? I hear it often. And, to be honest, it’s something I used to say, too.
Does It Seem Hard to Find Work You Can Love?
I was talking with a friend this week about ‘changing course.’ She’s ready to find new work. Work she can love, that is.
The Ten Million Dollar Check
They say we each have a story…
Creative Ideas Journal: Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day. A wonderful way to honor moms, and let them know how very special they are! It’s a time of celebration, with lots to do…
And I’d like to add one more (small) thing to your Mother’s Day to-do list. (Don’t worry, it’s a fun one.)
While you’re preparing to celebrate this special day, I’d like you […]Hindsight May Be 20/20, But…
you won’t know until you look…
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In 15 short minutes, my eyes had been poked. Prodded. Watered. Fed. Even my poor eye lids had been stretched.
And now, my new optometrist was threatening to dilate my tired eyes… (I was praying they’d return to normal after all this stress.)
Me: “So, what made you pursue a career in eye […]Are You Straddling the ‘Fear’ Fence?
“There is nothing to fear but fear itself.”
Franklin D. Roosevelt
For months, I wrestled with the idea of going back to college. I had a steady job (but was quickly getting burned out.) The job was beginning to feel like a job from he*ll.
I wasn’t rich, but I was getting by. I was 26 and, all things […]A Career for the Wallflowers of the World Who Enjoy Writing
Many moms who are home with the kids (or want to be) are looking for ideas to make extra money at home. But, if you’re one of the wallflowers of the world (smile) or prefer behind-the-scenes work, it can be a little harder to find the best legal small business ideas you need. Here’s a creative idea for you, especially if you enjoy writing…
3 Simple Tips to Your Perfect Career from Home
If you’re looking for a career working from home, chances are you’d gladly exchange your 9-to-5 *job* for an income stream from home.
But, that begs the questions, “How would I replace my income?” and, “How to find a job that I love?”
I think deciding *what* to do may be the hardest part of creating a […]