It happened on the heels of a wonderful weekend away. I had just spent four days and three nights on a spiritual retreat praying and meditating, contemplating the gifts of life. I was aglow with gratitude. And then, shortly after…
Will Your Future Self Thank You?
A miracle has occurred in my life. After many years of eschewing rigorous exercise, I am now involved in a sport. I’m celebrating three months of regular participation in the high intensity, constantly varied, functional sport known as Crossfit. Believe…
When Cancer Calls
On Friday June 1st, my beloved husband, Daniel, was diagnosed with colon cancer. He is one of the 112,000 people annually who receive such news. The following week he, at age 46, had his first ever CAT scan, his first…
Let’s Celebrate
With five kids and a ‘village’ of in-laws within shouting distance, there is always a celebration to anticipate. It seems as if we are always planning a party, a toast, or some holiday gathering. I love celebrations. I remember when…
In Sickness and in Health
“I vow to love and honor you in sickness and in health.” I blinked back tears as Dan and I watched the lovebirds celebrate their new year’s wedding. And then, just as I was launching my own new year .…
White Friday
I’ve always thought the name ‘Black Friday’ sounded like a plague or a financial catastrophe. The term actually refers to the tipping point for many retailers — the day when their books go from the red to the black.
Thank Heavens
When I was a kid growing up in Dallas, we spent Thanksgivings at my granny and grampy’s house. No one could make a pumpkin chiffon pie (cool whip in the batter) better than granny. When I was a teenager, we…