Change is in the Air!

Change is in the Air When people come into my Counseling office, it is because they are in distress, stuck in a place in their life that is uncomfortable, even painful.  I start with sharing that I do not have a magic wand, (and if I did, I’d be waving it around...

Seeking Joy

Seeking Joy At the beginning of each of the past few years, I have chosen a word to guide me through that year.  Past years words were Hope, Journey, and Believe.  This year, the word that kept creeping into my conscious was JOY.  As in the past, I continually heard...

Family Gatherings

During the holidays, especially Christmas, we gather together with family.  Most family members have undesignated roles to play.  They were never assigned, but rather we fall into them by way of our personalities, expectations, and even need of the family.  Some...

Cherished Memories

When I was growing up, my mom gave my brothers and I a new Christmas ornament each year.  Following tradition, I got a new ornament for my children (still do and they are in their 20’s!).  So when I decorate the Christmas tree it really is a walk down memory...