“Take time to do what makes your soul shine and you will radiate light wherever you go.” Dear Universe, I can’t believe I am back on Martha’s Vineyard for a two week stay. For a while I wasn’t sure it would work to return this year, so when the trip came together a little at the last minute, I was …
Why Just Five Minutes Can Lead to Infinite Possibility
“This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.” ~Dalai Lama Dear Universe, The other day I was running errands when I came across these two t-shirts. I immediately made a connection to the message that you, Universe, were sending …
A Few Simple Words
“…Words have power. Words can light fires in the minds of men. Words can wring tears from the hardest hearts.” ~Patrick Rothfuss Dear Universe, Yesterday I spotted something trending on Twitter that I instantly loved. #EncourageEveryoneIn4Words Immediately words came to mind. I typed the first few I thought of and fit as many encouraging, four-word phrases as I could into …
Love Letters
“The love we give away is the only love we keep.” ~Elbert Hubbard Dear Universe, It’s Valentine’s Day, which means love is in the air even more today. Whether you are spoken for or single, who doesn’t love to receive a little something for St. Valentine’s? It can be a box of chocolates, flowers or a card, but letting someone …
Year of the Sheep (And Eight Reasons Why You Should Love It)
“You can get excited about the future. The past won’t mind.” ~Hillary DePiano Dear Universe, I can’t believe I almost forgot. Always with each New Year, I want to find out what year it is in the Chinese Zodiac. Last year was the Year of the Horse and I do think it was an intense, transformative year. Luckily, something (you, …
Beyond Blessed: A Heartfelt Birthday Thanks
“The cake had a trick candle that wouldn’t go out, so I didn’t get my wish. Which was just that it would always be like this…” ~Janet Fitch Dear Universe, Today is my birthday. Before the day gets started, I just wanted to say thank you for the gift of another year. My life is full of things I am …
Why a Bumper Sticker Became My Mantra
“Sometimes when you lose your way, you find YOURSELF.” ~Mandy Hale Dear Universe, About eight or nine years ago I saw a bumper sticker with a quote in big, block letters. It said: “Not all who wander are lost.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien I bought it. I wasn’t quite sure why since I knew I wouldn’t be sticking it on my car, …
Believe… Just BeClause
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” ~Roald Dahl Dear Universe, I’ve been seeing a clear sign this holiday season. It’s a sign that has appeared in different places at different times—even in …