Monthly Archives: December 2009

I hope all of you are having a safe, happy and healthy night and that 2010 is the best year of your lives thus far–truly. Thank you for sharing a part of 2009 with me.  I hope we will walk … Continue reading →

Some words we only wish were on the SAT.

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Did you know that people who are miserable at work are usually miserable at home and people happy at home are usually happy at work?

You are something truly beautiful.

The Count of Monte Cristo is the most exciting book I have ever read.  If you have not read it (or even if you have) pick it up!

Will you accept or decline the invitation?

Feel things out, see what works and what doesn’t. You don’t have to make definitive decisions each and every day.

Spending your time comparing your present to the “good ole days” keeps you in a state of discontent. Trying to figure out why your childhood was stolen wastes time that could be spent turning your adulthood into something beautiful. Wishing you could go … Continue reading →

R.S.V.P on Time:  When someone is kind enough to invite you to into their home or to celebrate an event you can show you appreciate their gesture by checking, clicking or calling by the date given on the invitation.  You … Continue reading →

When I was in High School, I was the president of Young Democrats and decided that our volunteer work would be feeding the homeless.  My girlfriend and I spent two full days running from one grocery store to another, picking … Continue reading →

“If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change.”

As each moment passes, and the future moves into the present, a and into the past, You either become more of who you are, or walk further away from your authentic self.

Witty  Funny  Charming Hopeful  Wise  Clever Happy  Focused  Calm Fearless  Intuitive  Generous Respected  Respectful Organized Experienced  Resourceful Pioneering Healthy Emotionally Balanced  Dedicated Positive intriguing Fascinating Elegant Candid Authentic It’s up to you.

I just want to take a moment and wish all of you a very Happy Holiday Season.  Regardless of what you believe, I hope you are taking a few days to just celebrate the joy in your life and the … Continue reading →

  I was so proud of it that I had to share a photo.  This one is made with Challah, Raisins, Cinnamon and Apples and all kinds of other good nonsense. What is your favorite Holiday treat?

There is room for all of us here; no one can take your place.

I wrote this early this morning while thinking about the most special someone in my life. I have not seen him in over half a lifetime and yet it feels like yesterday.  The holidays last time we were together, which makes … Continue reading →

Don’t give it away  casually.

“You have to learn how to duck, because they’re gonna throw it at you.”

  I recently found myself in conversation with a young man on whom I had projected very good things (things I deemed “good” that is).  Though he was surrounded by people I would never want around myself, people who valued … Continue reading →

Your only true and lasting source of hope, encouragement and respect is found inside of yourself.  Don’t lock it away but instead take from it daily.  The more you take, the more you’ll have tomorrow.  Strange but true.

Last night, I was watching “East Side, West Side” (a great Noir flick with Barbara Stanwyck and Ava Gardner and there is a point in the film where one of the main characters (a despicable sort) thanks another (the good guy) … Continue reading →

Explore what surrounds you, be interested in what fuels you, Ask questions of those around you, Reach out and touch those who walk with you.

Most of what you are feeling has been felt by someone else.  There is always someone who can relate which means that while you might feel isolated, you are not alone. There is always something to be grateful for. A … Continue reading →

Imagine you are coming to the end of your time here on Earth and you have a chance to look back at the choices you have made, the ways in which you conducted yourself in your relationships with others and … Continue reading →

This song always puts me in the best mood.

But you don’t have to.

Everybody feels beautiful at times, and at times we all feel ugly. Everybody feels confident at times, and at times we all feel insecure. Everybody feels accepted at times, and at times we all feel rejected. Everybody feels at the … Continue reading →

The lights are bright, the music is flowing, the laughter barely leaves room to breath. Your cell phone is lighting up, all of those who love your company, those who want your company,  are hoping you’ll come out and play.

The sign from Auschwitz has been stolen.  Just writing it makes me want to cry. I will never understand the evil that lived inside of Hitler or lives in those who support his insane ideology.

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Celebration by Madonna Dance in The Dark by Lady Gaga Beautiful Day by U2 Empire State of Mind by Jay-Z and Ms. Keys Rocket Queen by Guns and Roses The Hand That Feeds by NIN Slither by Velvet Revolver Hips … Continue reading →

Why not be your own hero for a while? Live with the courage you wish to have. Exude confidence. Carry yourself with class. Show grace under pressure. Live up to your own standards.

You’ll be sure to get there.

That’s it.

The time to take the steps is right now. The time to move forward is today. The time to let go was yesterday. Don’t wait anymore, take your life into your own hands, become the person you dream of being, … Continue reading →

48 Hours all about pleasure and relaxation. Can you figure out how to do it? Can you allow yourself to do it?

There are some people who live for the sadistic pleasure they receive from biting into the soft flesh of others. Screaming, pleading and crying only seems to work as encouragement for them to sink their teeth in further. Run from … Continue reading →

Don’t let your soul get caught in their hooks.

Water yourself daily. Fight for your place in the sun. Relax in the shade when necessary. You have a right to flourish. You have a right to your own space in this garden of ours.

Who cares what anyone thinks of your moves?

Between true mastery and a good Press Agent. –A realization brought about by an editor I respect very much.

I am a huge fan of both Emily Blunt and British History (as related to the Monarchy) and cannot wait to see “The Young Victoria”.  Have you seen it?  Are you going to see it?  What holiday movies are you aching … Continue reading →

Mexican Hot Chocolate A whole weekend without being “plugged in” (can you do it?) Re-phrasing everything you say to be kind, empathetic and polite (try it and see how hard/easy/beneficial it is) Replacing 3/4 of your TV time with board … Continue reading →

We have to sit and wait, We have to hope and dream, We have to wonder and anticipate, and in doing so, We just might learn to appreciate.

My friend, Michele, always places these quotes fro “Justin’s Dad” and they are absolutely hysterical.  You guys have to check them out…he’s 73-years old and says stuff to his 29-year old son that will leave you on the floor.  His … Continue reading →

My friend, Michele, always places these quotes fro “Justin’s Dad” and they are absolutely hysterical.  You guys have to check them out…he’s 73-years old and says stuff to his 29-year old son that will leave you on the floor.  His … Continue reading →

  One of my not-so-secret dreams is to own Marilyn Monroe’s home at 12305 5th Helena (yes, I know the address by heart).  Imagine my excitement when someone sent me photos of the inside of the house!  I went to … Continue reading →