Cultivating Gratitude
To everyone who has served our country in the Armed Forces, thank you for giving your time, often away from your family, to help keep the United States strong and free.
To everyone who has served our country in the Armed Forces, thank you for giving your time, often away from your family, to help keep the United States strong and free.
Here we are at All Saints Day and the first weekend of November. Don’t forget about the time change as we “fall back” during the wee hours of Sunday morning.
Socialization and activities are great and all, but you do need to set aside time on your schedule for just yourself…no appointments, no distractions, just a bit of time for a breather.
I know it sometimes feels that the world is too big and that what you can do wouldn’t make a difference, but you’re wrong. You are exactly what people need.
When my husband and I were foster parents, we had to have an emergency plan on our refrigerator so that all of our kids (including the bonus children) knew where to meet in the event of a fire, severe storm, flood, or other crisis.
The recent deaths and regional devastation caused by flash-flooding in the wake of Hurricane Helene is a reminder that we all need to take extra precautions during hurricane season.
Some days you no doubt have the stars in your eyes when you look at your significant other, while on other days you may wonder, “What in the world was I thinking?”
If you have sought counsel, evaluated all of your options, and made a choice, then hold tight and trust that you are where you should be.
This workshop demonstrated how journaling can be a beneficial tool in students’ daily lives to relieve stress, make themselves feel better, or even just keep track of their thoughts.
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, shares something in common with many of you. She and her siblings were in foster care until she was 5 years old.