Free to BE Happy!

Free to BE Happy!

“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh, Vietnamese Buddhist monk This week brings celebrations, family gatherings, BBQs, fireworks, and a holiday weekend commemorating the Declaration of...
Imagine Unconditional Acceptance!

Imagine Unconditional Acceptance!

“To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don’t need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh, Vietnamese Buddhist monk How are you feeling? We experienced the summer solstice on June 21st and many of you may have celebrated and...
Cherish the Surprise!

Cherish the Surprise!

“Don’t be in such a rush to figure everything out. Embrace the unknown and let your life surprise you.” ~ The Red Fairy Project by Genevieve Colmer Are you someone who likes their life to be carefully planned and has no room for surprise or have you allowed room for...
Take the First Step!

Take the First Step!

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” ~ Martin Luther King, Jr., American Baptist minister and activist How many of you like to know how things will turn out before making a decision? How often are you willing to take a chance,...
Count Your Blessings!

Count Your Blessings!

“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” ~ Lao Tzu, Ancient Chinese Taoist philosopher As I reflected on this newsletter I began to hear Bing Crosby singing “Count Your Blessings” by Irving...