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Innocence of a Child
Have you ever looked into the eyes of a child as they see what is under the Christmas tree on Christmas morning? Or heard them exclaim their wonder at a magic trick? Their belief and innocence is something to cherish! So many times the little ones will say things...
The Power of a Snowflake
I have always loved snow. I find each snowflake beautiful, unique and simply amazing. It isn't that I necessarily like winter or the cold. Of course I hate the dirt and complications that linger long after the initial downfall. But the gift of each snowflake...
Shopping, Spending, People & Presents!
So you might wonder why a mental health counselor would be writing about spending money wisely. The fact is, I’m terrible with money. I spend it very easily. In fact I get an emotional high from shopping. And then am depressed when the bills come due. So I know...
Thanksgiving in a Tin!
When my son, who is now 22, was in preschool, he decorated a coffee tin for Thanksgiving. Inside, everyone who gathered with us for Thanksgiving Day was to write a message about what they were thankful for. I requested everyone sign their card and after I dated...
Political Junky
When I was in my late teens and into my early 30's, I was a political junky. Lived and breathed politics. I had earned a degree in Political Science; was Page for the Illinois General Assembly; was a Congressional Intern and went to work for the Republican Party as...
Intentionally Breathing!
What is the one thing you do everyday, all day? Breath! We do it without even thinking about it. It is the one thing we do in the present, every moment. It is life giving. We take it for granted. When we are in distress, our breath becomes heightened and we pump...
Grumbling is Crumbling
While most people have been known to complain and grumble from time to time, it is not an effective mode of change. When people tend to see the "cup as half empty," we mean they look at life through a lens that is prone to seeing the negative. (By the way, I try to...
I C U = I See You
How often do we walk past someone and say "Hi, how are you?" without even waiting to hear how they respond. Did they look happy? Were they frowning? Do you take notice of the people you walk by each day, or are they just bodies, passing by? Do you make eye contact...
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