When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? I grew up near Lake Ontario and my grandparents had a pool, so I was taught to swim and love water at an early age. I thought it would be magnificent to be in the Olympics and I remember having myContinue reading “An Olympic swimmer”
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Kindness does not equal weakness
What’s something most people don’t understand? Being kind is not being weak. Share a smile, say good morning to a stranger in the grocery aisle, say thank you to your cashier, take time to visit with your barista before you snatch your coffee, hurry off as if you are the only one with a busyContinue reading “Kindness does not equal weakness”
Self-Care Post #4
(Can’t go to a spa? Bring the spa to you!) Happy Sunday again everyone! I hope this post finds you happy and healthy! Thanks for being back for Self-Care Post #4. Most of us, if not all of us, would love to spend an entire day at a spa for pampering, facial treatments and otherContinue reading “Self-Care Post #4”
Peacebroker
What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? Deep down I despise conflict of any kind. Honestly and truly…it hurts to the depths of my soul. I would love to travel to the ends of the earth brokering peace in the midst of selfish tug of war, arguments, full scale battles.
After the rain
What is your favorite type of weather? I just relocated south of Seattle from the hot, dry and dusty plains region of Colorado and my favorite weather is stepping outside in the morning after a fresh rain shower, it’s 45 degrees, I have a hot cup of coffee in hand, and a light fog hasContinue reading “After the rain”
Honestly the list is endless
What do you wish you could do more every day? Bring more joy to the world, engage in more acts of kindness. Wish I had more money and more resources to ease others’ hurts and suffering. And then on a humorous note…drink more coffee
Encourager
What is one word that describes you? My employees, friends, co-workers know if they need a quick word to lift their spirits, a word of affirmation, or quote to lift their spirits, I’m the gal to call on! People may not remember what you say, but they’ll remember how you made them feel.
When my kids shine
What was the best compliment you’ve received? I honestly don’t mind if I get bypassed for a compliment. Nothing brings me more joy than when someone says my kids are polite, hard-working, and a pleasure to be around.
Cross country bucket list in an RV
You’re going on a cross-country trip. Airplane, train, bus, car, or bike? My husband and I have been married for 30 years . I put him through law school which means we had to forego vacations. Our bucket list is a cross country trip in an RV exploring historical Boston, Washington DC and the CivilContinue reading “Cross country bucket list in an RV”
Self-Care Post #3
TAKE A HIKE! (Literally) I work in retail. Taking a walk in the woods is one of my favorite ways to decompress from being “peopled-out.” I have been blessed to grow up on the Erie Canal, spend the early days of my marriage living in the north woods of Minnesota, then near the foothills ofContinue reading “Self-Care Post #3”