Touchstone for the Holidays

I was reminiscing recently about what Thanksgiving means for my family and I realized … things that are constant have a certain appeal. Change is inevitable, in fact, it is what makes life exciting and challenging. Imagine if nothing ever changed and every day was exactly the same. It wouldn’t take long for the masses to go screaming into the night. But once in a while it feels very much like a touchstone when certain things are always the same. That is how it is at my house on Thanksgiving.

There are some years that the house fills to over 20 plus people and other years it might be only 6 or 7. This is because my family is grown and they have other obligations. When we are all together the house is not only full of love but it is just plain full. Elbow to elbow we share our blessings and our challenges. Read more

Finding God in your backyard

Sunday, November 2nd, when I attended Dr. Rob’s walk and talk I was struck by the sacredness of the day! Nature was a true gift with the deep blue sky, lovely pond and a few leaves still clinging to the trees. I was even lucky enough to watch a large hawk circle over head while Dr. Rob and the 50 or so people gathered talked about positive thoughts and actions. The energy of love and kindness filled the air.

When we were ready to leave a woman spoke to me about how she had missed church that day and before coming to the walk and talk she was feeling a bit guilty. But after spending time in the company of warm Read more

How to claim your personal power during difficult times

“I woke from a dream this morning with an idea of how I can make a difference.”

We have all heard about how simple acts of kindness can change our lives and those around us. With all that is happening in the news now—the economy, terrorism, the war, and our own personal tribulations—there has never been a better time than RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW to raise awareness that we can make a difference. Read more

What is a woman’s coaching circle?

I would love to spend a few minutes telling you about an upcoming event that I am very excited about. I am starting a new woman’s coaching circle in Skaneateles on Oct. 20th. So many people have asked me to explain just what a coaching circle is that I am writing to tell you about it. This circle is for “women only” although I do coaching circles for mixed groups or men as well. Read more

My Secret

When I read Chris’s wonderful story on winter with her dogs, I was reminded of a story that I wrote last October, (you can read it below). Chris’s Siberian Huskies are very much like my beloved German shepherd (Sadie) who would follow me through the woods when I went shoe shoeing. Read more

Stella Maris Weekend Retreat in Skaneateles NY

Below is a slideshow of pictures, set to music, taken from a recent Weekend Retreat held at Stella Maris in Skaneateles, NY. Read more

Fall changes

Fall is a time to naturally think of change. Everything around you is in rapid change. The animals are storing food for winter as they grow warmer coats. The lush green grass slows its growing process Read more

A life you love after 40

The last story that I wrote for Mind Body Smile was so well received that I want to stay with the same topic for a bit! Women over 40 have a special quality that I admire. Read more

Women over 40 unite in unique ways

Yes, women over 40 do unite in unique ways. They support each other through an amazing transition time. Being over 40 used to mean “getting older” but it no longer holds any stigma. Read more

The silence of the moon

This past weekend wherever I went the moon was brought into my awareness. I first noticed how beautiful it was hanging low almost touching the tall corn stalks behind my horse pastu Read more

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