The more you use the wonderful option of letting go, the more likely it will become your only option. Accordingly, you can create the amazing life that you think so many other people, magically, have. No matter who you are or what your status is in life, there is bound to be times when things […]
Celebrate Black History Month February 1, Thru February 28
Black History Month is a good time to acknowledge the contributions of past black leaders, inventors, and innovators. Those individuals were influential in the creation of better lives for us. In addition to celebrating past contributors, we need to spend time creating unity within our families. If there is disconnection in the family, someone has […]
Create a Healthy Recipe
As I continue my healthy lifestyle,I enjoy creating my own healthy recipes. My whole grain veggie patties are a winner… Gloria’s Whole Grain Veggie Patties Chop ½ cup each of: celery, green or yellow onion, green pepper Add a small amount of yellow and red peppers (chop about ½ cup total –for a splash of […]
It’s Your Time to
It’s your time to… Help someone Thank someone Forgive someone Learn from someone Teach someone Trust someone Inspire someone Believe in someone Support someone Tell someone, “You are loved.” There is no priority order for this list because even the smallest act of kindness can have an amazing effect on the quality of life, not […]
Parenting for a Change
When I view the news reports of how violent and disruptive children have become, it saddens me. This rampage of violence is not only hindering children’s focus on learning, it is destroying neighborhoods and wiping out families. Yet, in the midst of those troubling events, I am overwhelmed by a rush of admiration and appreciation […]
Happy Holidays 2011
As we approach the end of 2011, let’s take time to reflect back on our accomplishments, and positive events. While preparing for the yearend holiday, start to list the positive things that you experienced during the year. If you are planning a family gathering, encourage holiday guests to create their lists of happy events and […]
Continue To Write Until Something Happens
Iwrote a good piece, which I called Parenting for a Change. I entered my story in the 79th Annual Writer’s Digest Competition, the Magazine Feature Article category. Unfortunately, I did not win. I received a nice letter, thanking me for entering the competition. Though I was disappointed, I decided that I would enter my article […]
What It Means To Be Grateful
Being grateful and thankful means having an appreciation for all of life’s gifts, including good health, well being, and talents. As well, I know that sincere expressions of gratitude and appreciation attract more things to be thankful for. When I feel grateful and appreciative of the things that are important in life, I am better […]
Discover The Writers In You
You don’t know the writers in you… When you read your own work, you meet several different people. You are always amazed to discover that all those people are you–on paper. Write like someone you haven’t met yet; for, that is when your best works come forth. It will all come out in the writing. […]
Saying Thank You Warms The Heart
As many of us know, expressing gratitude and appreciation opens the door for more good things. The simplest form of gratitude is expressed by two little words–thank you. Whether you use thank you to show appreciation during prayer, meditation, or in your daily routine, you generate positive energy. Not only that, but when you express […]