The Gift

I am on the board of a small business. Last January, we identified seven growth goals for the year. SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-Bound) provide a clear, actionable…

Things fell off the table as my exuberant 4 year old ran through the house. He loved his toys, was eager to imitate his sister, pat the dog, hug his monkey,…

Depression during the holidays is common and normal. How we manage depression is the key to healing. Perhaps you are a devout follower of God, and you have lost your…

 Wow, Thanksgiving was fun, crazy and I ate too much!!! Nothing was perfect but I let go of that long ago. With eight grandkids under the age of 8, everything was a mess;…

Kathy and Jim live in the basement of Jim's parents' house. Jim works a low-paying job and Kathy is home with three kids under the age of 5. Money is very…

To all the veterans, thank you for your service. No matter how small a part you played in saving the world, it was an important part. Together you have made…