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Why are we here?

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Meet my Gregory.  He's my oldest child -- just turned 21.  This photo was taken at our celebration of his birthday.  I have two other children, Nicholas (18) and Jacquelyn (17).  So... 21 years (and 9+ months ago) I said to my husband, are…

Responsibility

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As a woman, all my life, I've coddled and placated people when things haven't gone right for them, saying things like, "I understand”, or “I know how hard it is". Until today.  I have reached my limit for being able to listen to the blame…

"It's not a problem, only an inconvenience"

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I have to admit it.  My husband, Jim, is the smartest person I know. We've been married since 1988 and together since 1983.  He's always been there.  My rock.  The guy who puts up with me and my crazy ideas.  Although he still cringes…

The Serenity Prayer - A Challenge

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Did you ever wonder where the Serenity Prayer came from or what the intention was when it was written?  I googled and found this on a website  http://www.thevoiceforlove.com/serenity-prayer.html  and I have reposted, as follows: Serenity…

Foster Bold Dreams, Bolder Actions

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I've been reading The Everyday Entrepreneur written by Rob Basso.  Chapter 5 was one in which I found myself reflecting on things I have been working on or thinking about, and wanted to share. The chapter started off with pensive statements…

Think and Grow Rich - by Napoleon Hill

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This was a most amazing book. Andrew Carnie, of steel manufacturing fame, charged Napoleon Hill with writing this book. It was written in 1937, took 28 years to complete the research, and was the summary (I guess that's a good word) of the…

Happiness for Dummies: Hardiness (Chapter 6)

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I do marvel that Happiness for Dummies is not a "dummies" book, that it does have valid content that makes you think! Dr. Gentry described hardy personality in Chapter 6 of Happiness for Dummies-- people who are resilient, who are survivors.…

Happiness for Dummies - Chapter 5, Optimism

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So, we've heard about the power of positive thinking and optimism, or the "glass half full/half empty" mentality.  But, I didn't really know all of the ramifications of having the half empty mentality.  It's almost self-sabotaging. Dr.…

Learning: The Key to Enjoying Life

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I think I've finally got it.  I think I've finally figured out how to enjoy life.  I had an "ah ha" moment (thank you Jim Ryan for the terminology of Ah ha moments).  I think the key to enjoying life is learning. Here's some of my thoughts…