HOLIDAYS ARE OVERRATED
This article does not focus on the religious meaning behind the holidays. My focus in this article is to share my thoughts as to WHY some people feel blue, sad, […]
How to Shift From Breakup to Breakthrough
General Information, HappinessNow that the two of you have split, parts of you are probably feeling frightened and therefore clinging to familiarity. Although you may not be inclined to do so, consider […]
EMCEE or MC this speech is not about me
General Information, Happiness, Have Money, Lifestyle, Work Life BalanceThis fall brought me an opportunity to help a friend and then another. My feelings on becoming a better speaker is to never turn down an opportunity and when that […]
The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page
General Information, Happiness, LifestyleThe World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. ~Saint Augustine Travel changes everything! When you travel, you broaden your horizons. You open your […]
Moving Forward!
General Information, Happiness, Have Money, Lifestyle, Work Life BalanceWhat is the one of the most under valued secrets to success? I believe its the ACTION of MOVING FORWARD. Some of the greatest moments of our lives happen right […]
What's Your Squeaky Toy?
General Information, Happiness, HealthBy Tami Racaniello CPFT-HFI My formerly extremely active dog, has been not her usual self. During an exam the vet “felt something”. Further testing showed that my Jack Russell/Rat Terrier […]
Relationships and Money: Learning to Get Along
General Information, Happiness, Have MoneyIf fighting about money has become a ritual in your household, you are not alone. Money is a leading cause of tension between couples. Before it goes too far, realize […]
Don't Let Things Fester
A Reflection - Life Lessons, General Information, Happiness, LifestyleNote: Reprinted from Doreen L. Guma’s Huffington Post article http://www.huffingtonpost.com/doreen-guma-ma-fache-cpc-clc/life-control_b_4014189.html published 10/1/2013 I know the title of this blog sounds gross. You can see actually see the open wound, right? But, sometimes, […]
Mariner’s club: An Extra-ordinary Way to Travel
General Information, Happiness, Work Life BalanceDid you ever wonder how some people come back from a vacation and they’ve had amazing, even rare opportunities to go “behind-the-scenes.” Maybe they had an exclusive tour of a […]
The Bitter Pill of Dissatisfaction
General Information, HappinessDuring this stage in my life, I’m rapidly shedding behaviors, thoughts and responses that don’t serve my intention of maintaining and sustaining an internal foundation of happiness – regardless of […]
Power to Your Little People
General Information, Happiness, Have Money, LifestyleGrowing up in a large family, my basic financial needs were always taken care of but as for the extras — it was like a bakery: “Take a number and […]
Making Your Own Luck
General Information, Have Money“What’s your goal?” My husband’s question was simple, but I didn’t know if I should bother to share my complete answer, because it seemed unreasonable. We hadn’t started our family […]
Look Outside Yourself
A Reflection - Life Lessons, General Information, Happiness, LifestyleWe’ve heard the expression, “pity party” or “wallow in self despair”. This article is a little tough love. It’s kind of been circling around and around in my mind all […]
State of the Real Estate Market 5 Years After
General Information, Happiness, Have Money, LifestyleFive years after the bubble burst there have been many articles written and news commentators questioning if Americans, the government and financial institutions have learned any lessons from the Great […]
Sheila and Chris Korte: After unexpected career changes, we wanted to fulfill our dreams of owning a business.
General Information, Lifestyle, Work Life Balance(Article Featuring Sheila & Chris Korte from Cruise Planners Franchise Magazine August 2013)The Korte’s Story – Sheila and Chris Korte met in the Army and have been together ever since. With […]
BE The Change You Want To See In The World
General Information, HappinessWhen you think something is going wrong in your life you have three ways to respond. You can (1) complain (to yourself, or others) (2) blame (yourself or others) or […]
Let Us Help You Dream and Plan Your Bucket List Destination for 2014!
General Information, Happiness, LifestyleWhere Are You Going For Vacation Next Year? I know that most of you might just be returning you’re your summer vacation, but let’s dream together… Next year, will you […]