Today’s day 13 of 31 Days of Gratitude. Today, I'm grateful for my 'little' brother. Okay, so he's only 18 months younger but still makes him my little brother. Yep that's him in the pic with me acting goofy from Summer 2009. And yes, that's me with glasses (ick!) The mildest, drowsiest sister has been known to turn tiger if her sibling is in trouble. ~Clara … [Read more...] about Day 13 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Day 12 of 31 Days of Gratitude
Today’s day 12 of 31 Days of Gratitude. Today I'm grateful for actors/actresses who make a difference in the world. Yes, there are many but today I want to mention Ian Somerhalder and IS Foundation. (yes, maybe it's because he is hot on Vampire Diaries, but he is also making a difference and creating change & improvement!) From the site "The IS FOUNDATION aims to … [Read more...] about Day 12 of 31 Days of Gratitude
Henry Villas Zoo, Madison WI
Lions, tigers, bears and no admission fee...oh my! If you happen to be in Madison, Wisconsin and enjoy zoo's you have to visit the Henry Villas Zoo. I visited there the summer of 2009 and was amazed to find that it's totally run from donations! There is no admission fee. You donate whatever amount you feel like. Read complete blog here … [Read more...] about Henry Villas Zoo, Madison WI
Day 11 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Today’s day 11 of 31 Days of Gratitude. Today (and every day usually), I'm grateful for being me. Yep, I'm happy being ME... the person God created me to be! Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else. ~Judy Garland Sometimes, it really bites... and it can be difficult dealing with lots of nonsense but that's … [Read more...] about Day 11 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Day 10 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Today’s day 10 of 31 Days of Gratitude, 3 more weeks of daily posts. I"m grateful daily but this is great accountability and effort to focus on what I'm thankful for and not all the other nonsense, chaos that's going on in my life. Today, I'm grateful for choices. Choices are the hinges of destiny. ~Attributed to both Edwin Markham and Pythagoras I've made bad … [Read more...] about Day 10 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Days 8 & 9 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Today’s day 9 of 31 Days of Gratitude and yesterday was day 8 and I didn't post yesterday so today is a 2 in 1 post! Yesterday I was grateful for beautiful weather and the chance to take a looooong walk (3 1/2 hrs!) I just set out and started walking, I ended up at Art in the Pines (arts/crafts show) and stopped to talk to Donna of 2hipchicks4peace.com and then … [Read more...] about Days 8 & 9 of 31 Days of Inspiration
Disney’s Polynesian Resort
Recently my daughter and I stayed at the Walt Disney World Polynesian Resort for a few nights. When you arrive, you're greeted with tropical plants and water falls both outside and in. (You can see in video below). Everyone from the bell hops to reservation check in and room service are all polite, happy and greet you with "Aloha" everywhere you go. The Polynesian … [Read more...] about Disney’s Polynesian Resort
Day 7 of 31 Days of Gratitude
Today’s day 7 of 31 Days of Gratitude Today, I'm grateful for waiting. I know, that sounds totally odd. But, waiting brings rewards...spiritual, mental, material, physical. So, while I may not like it (and trust me, many times I don't, in fact most times at the time I don't!), I know it's what's best. The Bible has a lot to say about waiting. What are YOU … [Read more...] about Day 7 of 31 Days of Gratitude
Benefits of Power Naps
For the most part we think of nap time for little children and toddlers, but did you know there are many advantages to power napping for teens and adults! If you lack sleep, it can affect your performance, motivation, ability to deal with stressful situations, judgment, reaction time, short term memory, information processing, and patience. If you’re tired, you could … [Read more...] about Benefits of Power Naps
Day 6 of 31 Days of Gratitude
Today’s day 6 of 31 Days of Gratitude I'm grateful for my health (and my kids health as well) I thank God that we have no health issues and that we continue to be healthy! The greatest wealth is health. ~Virgil I'm also thankful that I can pray for those who are sick or having health issues. In some places it's illegal to pray, so I'm grateful for that … [Read more...] about Day 6 of 31 Days of Gratitude