“We can’t be afraid of change. You may feel very secure in the pond that you are in, but if you never venture out of it, you will never know that there is such a thing as an ocean, a sea. Holding onto something that is good for you now, may be the very reason why you don’t have something …
It’s a Sign!
“See what you have to ask yourself is what kind of person are you? Are you the kind that sees signs, that sees miracles? Or do you believe that people just get lucky? Or, look at the question this way: Is it possible that there are no coincidences?” ~ M. Night Shyamalan Dear Universe, As you are well aware, I …
Just Ask
“You need to trust, to surrender, to ask for guidance. Go within for the answers… All you need do is ask.” ~Karen Hackel Dear Universe, When it comes to certain things, like needing help, I hate to ask. But when it comes for looking for answers, I ask away. There are times when I ask my mom, a friend, a …
Spring Fling
“No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow.” ~Proverb Dear Universe, Spring is in the air. I can feel it—or at least I am pretending I can feel it! The other day it was a tropical 40 degrees when I woke up to the sound of birds chirping. At first I thought I must be hearing things, …
Take a Breather
“If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.” ~Amit Ray Dear Universe, In the last few years I have realized something about myself. I have discovered I run on two speeds. One can be described as go, go, go. The other as slow, slow, slow. There is no in between. And …
Don’t Wait
“The trick is to enjoy life. Don’t wish away your days, waiting for better ones ahead.” ~Marjorie Pay Hinckley Dear Universe, I love special occasions—especially when they are for other people. Whether it’s birthdays, graduations, babies being born, a new job… I love celebrating in the joys of life. When something good happens, I feel strongly that we must recognize …
Letter on Lemons: Roll With It
“The happiest people don’t necessarily have the best of everything. They just make the best of everything.” Dear Universe, As the saying goes, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” If that doesn’t suit you there’s always the other saying, “When life gives you lemons, make margaritas.” I’m not one for tequila, but I like the sentiment. Lately, I just …