• Well-being

    Shaped By the Past

    One of the most important things I have learned about life from my family and friends is that every event in my life has shaped who I am today. People come into your life and become part of your life every…

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    Jump With Both Feet

    Ever remember going to the pool and dipping your toe into the water? Did you decide that the water was too cold for you? -OR- Did you just grit your teeth and jump? Now let’s look at life. Do you…

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    Changing a Lifestyle

    Did you feast at the Thanksgiving feast? Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie? Something else? If so, you know exactly what I’m talking about. You ate, and possibly overate.…

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    Three Ways to Work on Improving Yourself

    This work-week is finally over. Thanks for taking the time to come over. The coffee is hot and the eggnog bread is fresh out of the oven. How was your week? Was it difficult going back to work after the…

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    Become a Happier You

    “The best part about life? Every morning you have a new opportunity to become a happier version of youself.” (found on Instagram and Pinterest) Think about it. Once the day is over (whether that day is your work day or…

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    Be the Little Engine

    Years ago (in the late 1970s and early 80s), I taught swimming classes in the summer. In addition to teaching the school age kids, I also taught the preschool age kids (ages 3-5) and adults. My favorite were the preschoolers.…