Renewing Hope in 2011

I make it a habit at the end of every year to evaluate my year.  I evaluate the ups and downs, the progress and the set-backs and especially, where I am in my spiritual journey relative to the beginning of the year.  What did I learn? Did I grow in any...

A Bright, Shiny Day

I have this incredible golden retriever named Bella. She is probably the best dog in the whole wide world (now I will hear from everyone telling me their dog is the best)! We bought Bella, or actually, put an order in for Bella, the day after she was born 5 years ago,...

Where’d My Joy Go?

Do you ever find your joy lacking during the holiday season?   The holiday traffic. The endless searching for a parking space. The lengthy lines. The countless potlucks and parties. The desperate search for amazing gifts for an ever-increasing list of...