Thought for Today

“I write about the power of trying, because I want to be okay with failing.  I write about generosity because I battle selfishness.  I write about joy because I know sorrow.  I write about faith because I almost lost mine, and I know what it is to be broken and in need of redemption.  IContinue reading “Thought for Today”

Thought for Today

“Can you see the holiness in those things you take for granted–a paved road or a washing machine? If you concentrate on finding what is good in every situation, you will discover that your life will suddenly be filled with gratitude, a feeling that nurtures the soul.” — Rabbi Harold Kushner [Source: http://daringtolivefully.com/gratitude-quotes%5D

Healthy Living A to Z: G is for Gratitude

Gratitude is defined in the Merriam Webster Learners Dictionary as a feeling of appreciation or thanks.  [Source Merriam Webster Learners Dictionary]    Don’t you love the simplicity of this definition? Many times it is easy to think of all the difficulties in our world, but how often do we say thanks?  Do you let the people inContinue reading “Healthy Living A to Z: G is for Gratitude”

It Takes a Village: Music Teachers

When someone says they’ve accomplished everything in life with no help  they must have a short memory.  It takes a village to raise a child and keep adults on track.  This is a tribute to some of the people in my village. Music teachers have played an important part in my life.   Mrs. Partridge was my violinContinue reading “It Takes a Village: Music Teachers”