NYD Vibes (and Reading List)

What better way than to ring in the new year with an R and R day? Reading and relaxing, and focusing on short term goals. I'm entering this roaring 20's decade with the word energy on my mind. Specifically, the intention is to keep my own energy upbeat and focused, free of oppressive vibes and negativity.

NYE Thoughts

When contemplating leaving this decade, I feel a little like Lot's wife today. For those of you unfamiliar, Lot's wife (she is unnamed in KJV), is reluctant to leave what she knows and the good times her family experienced in a particular city, even though better things may lie ahead. I relate.

2019 Reading Wrap

Hey, y'all. I've honestly missed this blog so much, but I've been working hard on my day job and my side hustle. This has been a busy reading year! Here are the top 5 events of my year in books!

Like We’re Talking

In the course of a lifetime there are some things that matter. Birds matter. Flowers matter. Moments matter. Songs matter. Stillness matters. Travels matter. Walks matter. Talks matter.

7 Keys to Getting More Done

Y'all, it's been a minute. Since returning to work full time, I've been busy doing what I can. Like some of you, I'm tired. I'm anxious. I'm overwhelmed and hoping things will continue to get easier. However, I've found the master key to doing what I can't: consistency.

Words Matter

"One day I will find the right words and they will be simple. ~ Kerouac My Granny's birthday was yesterday. If she had lived, she would have been 92. Our favorite game we played into my adulthood was Scrabble. From a young age, I learned the importance of word choice. Each of those tiles represented…

A Birthday Wish

Dear God, Someone asked me the other day if I’m angry at You for taking Mom so soon. While this is not an easy question to answer, I’ll attempt to do so here. 66 years ago tomorrow, you brought the purest soul I’ve ever known into this world. For 64 years, you taught me most…

Getting Out of the Comfort Zone (update and guest post!)

"Our Same = Safe equation takes over and we stay in jobs we hate, in unhealthy relationships, and repeat patterns of behaviour that sabotage our dreams because the uncomfortable familiarity of what we do still feels a safer bet than making changes." ~ Anne Burton Hey, y'all. It's been a minute...taking a moment to update everyone as my summer sabbatical…

I Did a Thing (Timeshare Tips)

"I read, I travel; I become." ~ Derek Walcott Reading, traveling, becoming - this is my June. Is there anything more wonderful than being immersed in good books and viewing new scenery? I think not. Also, we did a thing. Earlier this month, my husband and I visited a new beach destination - Ormond Beach,…

5 Books for the Beach!!

Confession: I've been a lazy writer so far this summer. In addition to some traveling, I've de -stressed with my doggos and I've devoured several audiobooks. Hence, it's time for a summer themed book post! If you've been looking for the perfect read, I've got you. I have read some truly engrossing titles and I'm here with the low down on the best pool/beach reads to grab or download for your summer reading pleasure!!