Passion, Procrastination, and Positive Results
2021 has taught me to never give up on my dreams, no matter what they are or what others think about them.
For Teens
Confidence, Coffee, and Christmas Presence
I hope the holiday will be a good one for you, and more than any present you receive, know that YOU are the gift the world needs.
Talents, a Train, and Trauma Survivors
No matter how you express it, you were created with a special something that makes you truly unique. When you figure out what that talent is and use it to make yourself and others happy, you are fulfilling your purpose.
Snowmen, Scrooge, and Self-Reliance
This week I want to talk about becoming self-reliant, which means doing as many things for yourself—by yourself—as possible…
Adoptions, Apartments, and Alphabets
We should never stop dreaming, and we need to give ourselves permission to shoot for the moon.
Pet Names, Peers, and Podcasts
Max is one of the most popular names for a male pet, and I have lobbied to name several of our animals Max, only to be outvoted. So, what did I do?
Stop the Bleed
Unfortunately, people can end up bleeding in a lot of situations—whether a car accident, a mass shooting, or a knife injury in the kitchen. If more people knew how to respond to these situations, many lives could be saved…
Thanksgiving, Turkeys, and Tall Tales
This week I want to encourage you to be thankful for the people in your life. When Thanksgiving Day comes and you gather with friends or family, hug those around you one more time. Listen to the familiar stories one more time.
Soldiers, Scars, and Self-Confidence
Be confident in who you are and what you can accomplish, but also know that your self-esteem isn’t tied to your present belief about yourself.
Contentment, the Container Challenge, and a Cautionary Tale
The older I get, the more I realize that I don’t need things. I’d rather have experiences with people, and I want to make sure they know that I appreciate them and am thankful for their presence in my life.
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