by beth | Aug 5, 2024 | Happiness, Kindness, Motivational Monday
Yesterday, we went into New York City to have brunch with our friends. We chose Pastis which is in the West Village and it was amazing! I’m going to attribute our “amazing” comment to Magdalena, our server. She was like a ray of sunshine! She was...
by beth | Jul 29, 2024 | Action Steps, Choices, Courage, Dreams, Motivational Monday, Risk-Taking
Have you ever given any thought to waking up? As my aging dad used to say, “I woke up, it’s already a good day!” Although I always laughed when he delivered this classic senior citizen one-liner, there is really so much truth in his statement....
by beth | Jul 22, 2024 | Motivational Monday
“Is this a blessing or a punishment?” Good question, right? You might be thinking, “I don’t know what she is even talking about? I read this “slap across the face,” in my notes from a book I read many years ago. There’s really...
by beth | Jul 15, 2024 | Motivational Monday
Last night, on my way home from Vermont, I had the privilege of listening to a number of eulogies—they were all for the same person. The church had brilliantly recorded the whole memorial service, so I was able to watch as each member of Bob’s family shared...
by beth | Jul 8, 2024 | Bravery, Fear, Motivational Monday
I went for a walk around Hoboken with Doug and Katie yesterday to get some “fresh air” and sunshine. Although the humidity made it steamy, it was a fun walk with lots of vibrant conversation about everything. We were almost home when one of us said,...
by beth | Jul 1, 2024 | Motivational Monday, Risk-Taking
Last night Doug and I were walking our dog, Ella, and we happened to stop at the grocery store for a few things. I waited outside with Ella and walked up and down the block while I waited for Doug. I passed a liquor store that had floor to ceiling ads in their windows...
