“Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans.” ~Allen Saunders Dear Universe, The other day I found myself reminiscing, sifting through old travel photos. I think maybe the limited scope of my scenery—thanks to this pandemic—is making me crave adventure and faraway lands more than I ever have. Traveling has always been one of the things …
Look for the Silver Lining
“When it was dark, you always carried the sun in your hand for me.” ~Sean O’Casey Dear Universe, In just a couple of weeks, it feels as if our entire world has turned upside down. The coronavirus is officially a worldwide pandemic and we are living in times we have never seen before. Every day we are experiencing a new normal—from …
Your Secret Weapon
“We have to dare to be ourselves, however frightening or strange that self may prove to be.” ~May Sarton Dear Universe, Recently I was reading a story of someone who has a high profile, successful career. But the story wasn’t about her success. The story was about how she was hiding who she really was for fear of being criticized …
Traditions for a Positive, Happy New Year
“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language And next year’s words await another voice.” ~T.S. Eliot Dear Universe, The end of the year is fast approaching and that can only mean two things: you are feeling panicked or you are feeling excited. The start of a New Year can create a cascade of emotions. It means a fresh …
Choose Love
“Your daydreams can be glimpses into your future, as long as you believe them to be.” Dear Universe, When I was a little girl, my mom designed jewelry. Not many people knew this as she did it as a side job to being a full-time, stay at home mom to three children. For the years she stayed home we kept …
Don’t Rush Your Joy
“Your joy is your purpose. Your purpose is to recognize and honor your joy.” Dear Universe, Lately I’ve been thinking more and more about what it means to be joyful. It could be because I work closely with a student whose middle name is Joy. Our weekly meetings somehow always meander back to the idea of being happy—being joyful. I …
Realistic Resolutions: Pleasure, Not Pressure
“A New Year can be a time for a fresh start, but do it in a state of pleasure, not pressure.” Dear Universe, We all know that a New Year is an ideal time to start fresh, set different intentions and create better, happier, healthier habits. And we know that just as easily as they start, our old habits can …