When I think of Independence Day, I don’t necessarily think of the Will Smith movie where he goes off and fights an alien invasion. No, I think of Independence Day as a day full of barbecues, parades, open air concerts, baseball games, political speeches and ceremonies, as well as fireworks. I mean, we can’t forget the fireworks, am I right? Independence Day of the United States, also referred to as the Fourth of July or July Fourth in the U.S., is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, by the Continental Congress […]
Free Compliments, Please Take One
A year or so ago, I posted a couple of these “Free Compliments” fliers around the office because morale seemed a little low and the ladies at work were a little snippy to each other. I wanted them to share a compliment with a co-worker or to take one for themselves if they needed a compliment that day. It seemed to go over well, as compliments weretaken, handed out, and spirits were lifted. I think it’s good idea to compliment others, without the need for it to be reciprocated. You shouldn’t give a compliment with the hope that they will […]
For My Dad…
Dear Dad, There are some people who say that a girl’s first love is her father. I have to agree with them. I love you beyond measure. I could probably count on one hand the number of times that I know of that I disappointed you. You never showed any anger towards me or Tim, or to Mom that I can recall. You have always shown me love and support. You have held my hand through this journey I call life. You have given me a hug when I didn’t know I needed one. You have wiped away my tears […]
50 Questions Which Will Free Your Mind: Part 1
As part of “My 101 Things to do in 1001 Days” Challenge, I added the task to answer “50 questions which will free your mind.” I’ve read answers from other bloggers and found that there is no right or wrong answer. As one blogger wrote, “Because sometimes asking the right questions is the answer.” Here are my answers to the first 5 questions. How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are? I would probably be 23. I often have to remind myself exactly how old I really am. I feel like I could accomplish so […]
How to Break the Fashion Rules this Summer
I’m at that time in my life where I think I should stop wearing certain things because I’m in my early 40s. No more shorts. No more short skirts or short dresses. No fitted clothing. No leggings. But I think that we, as women, are too hard on ourselves and especially too hard on other women for their choice of clothing. So here’s my suggestions on how to break the fashion rules, especially for this summer. 1. Show off those gams! If you got ’em, flaunt ’em, am I right? My husband is constantly telling me I have beautiful legs, and when […]