Are you looking out for beauty?
Are you looking out for beauty? Set your intention. Ask yourself: What makes something beautiful? Can you see it now, and, if not, can you add something beautiful to your environment this week? A Favorite Mind-Setting Quote: “For every beauty there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth there is an […]
Are you hurting them twice?

Recently a very good friend refrained from telling me something and it hurt my feelings. I knew in the back of my mind she wasn’t being upfront about something, however, as we humans do, I let it fester. When I finally asked a pointed question that brought out her untruth I followed with, “Why didn’t […]
Are you playing it too safe?
Are you playing it too safe? Set your intention. Ask yourself: Is it really always better to be safe than sorry? Are you playing something too safe and how can you think about it differently? A Favorite Mind-Setting Quote: “I am still in the process of self-discovery. It’s better to explore life and make […]
Are you doing it to hear your head roar?

There was a dog waiting for me when I came home from the hospital after my birth. His name was George and he loved us and protected our family until I turned twelve, and the day we lost him is still seared in my memory. There has been a dog in my life every day […]
Ready to do the impossible?
Ready to do the impossible? Set your intention. Ask yourself: Where do you draw the line between possible and impossible? Can you attempt the impossible this week? A Favorite Mind-Setting Quote: “If you believe in what you are doing, then left nothing hold you up in your work. Much of the best work of the […]
Follow the Leader: Suzanne Brean, My little dog training biz
Susan Brean is a super lady, she has been someone I turn to for help and ideas. You will love reading about her because she’s the real deal when it comes to caring for and training a pet. Follow this leader! Since she is one lovely lady and exemplifies how continual education is key to […]
Is shaming a shame?

Recently someone did a sly shaming in my presence. I’m sharing it here for two reasons. Shaming someone may be unconscious, and yet it’s still not good. We must help others realize how it feels without shaming them in return. When the shaming happened it surprised me although it wasn’t directed at me. The shamer […]
Have you said it today?
Have you said it today? Set your intention. Ask yourself: Do you love everybody you love? How can you show it this week? A Favorite Mind-Setting Quote: “If feel the capacity to care is the thing which gives life its deepest significance.” ~Pablo Casals If you dig my writing/thoughts, forward this to a friend. […]
Leader Feature: Howard Nestell, Elaine’s Pet Resort
You are going to love this interview with Howard from Elaine’s Pet Resort. He’s not only humble and handsome, he will redefine the idea of what retirement is for you! Plus, the business is family run including his mom (85-years-young), and was built out of necessity. Enjoy and let me know you did! Be seen, […]
How to delight a customer

Doing something nice for a small business in this time of bewilderment is a sweet idea. So many people are doing so many great things, and it’s inspiring to read or view the wonderful ways people are helping each other. The other night I decided to do a little something to help out. I ordered […]