Category: new beginnings
-
Resolution or Commitment

It’s a new year and with that comes all those New Year’s resolutions. You know those decisions we make to do or not do something for the year. The start of the new year brings new hope, a chance for a fresh start, an opportunity to do things differently. If you are like me, you’ve…
-
Large and Powerful

Yesterday the pictures and videos were all over social media showing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. We spoke with family in the midwest who were feeling her effects last night, that’s how much of the country felt this storm. In addition to the towns in northern FL that were virtually destroyed, I saw a video…
-
New Beginnings

Last year I shared several blogs about a beautiful eagle family down here in SW Florida. We have an “eagle cam” that captures the day-to-day life of these amazing creatures. There was tragedy last spring when the mother Harriett was killed by a predator as she tried to protect her eaglets while M15 the father was out…
-
When the Soreness Set In

Like many, I’ve started the new year with a commitment to get myself back in shape. I’ve put on the pounds and it’s interesting, I can totally relate the way I feel physically to carrying that extra weight. It’s time to get back to feeling less aches and pains, fitting comfortably into clothes, and just feeling better.…
-
Reflections & Commitments

Back at this little blog this morning. The holiday break was nice and as I type this morning I find myself reflecting back on these past days. Our youngest was in town for Christmas and we enjoyed shopping, gaming, eating, and the traditional building of the Lego set. We joked about how some of the funny things that…
-
Fresh Start

I’m guessing most people would agree with me, that when the Spring season finally breaks through, your mood changes. For me anyway, things begin to brighten, the buds are coming out on trees, the flowers are coming up through the earth, and the sky changes to brighter colors. It’s truly a fresh start! I’ve been…
-
March Here We Come

Yep, today is March 1st and don’t you just feel different. It’s like you can feel the shift in seasons. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about the month of March. Many of which I certainly did not know, so here ya go. Did you know that March is…
-
Last Day of Christmas Vacation

Yes, today is the last day of Christmas vacation; honestly, I’m bummed. While I’ve worked some over the holiday I have enjoyed the more laid-back feeling. As we’re out and about, people are “jolly”, kids are playing, and everyone seems more at ease. Tomorrow we’re back to work, and later this week most kids are…