Most of us remember the feeling of being pushed out of our comfort zone when we become a parent for the first time. Becoming a grandmother can elicit similar feelings. There’s no doubt that we feel overwhelming joy the moment the new little one arrives and an unexpected desire to protect and…
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When you have a family there’s a ton of things that you do for them, or would like to do for them. Whether you’re a mother or a grandmother caring for your grandchildren, there are many everyday activities that require your attention. But, there are also vast array of intangibles…
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Recently, a friend invited me to a chair yoga class. Yes, you read that correctly, CHAIR yoga. My first question was how in the heck do you twist yourself into a pretzel while in a chair? My friend laughed and replied, “You will love it! It’s a great way to…
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YES, I AM AFRAID. OFTEN. FEAR – It arises in all of us. Then it drifts away and we forget, until it returns again. Whether it’s the threat of a hurricane or flooding, forest fire or political mayhem, a serious illness or the loss of a spouse, this emotion is…
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We all want to escape when we get home, don’t we? We’ve heard the promise of houses as sanctuaries, and we’ve always looked for a space which offers the same. You may even decorate with your well being in mind, and introduce plants because you heard it would help.…
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Managing life’s surprises is possible with just a little forethought. I am a planner and a list-maker. Both help me organize my day to day life. I plan my vacations weeks ahead of time, and I wait till shoes go on sale before buying mine. I like making gifts and…
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