The other day, I came across a cute little free library sitting on someone’s lawn. It was a simple wooden box filled with books, mostly for young readers, but it made me feel really good seeing it. Now, this wasn’t because I’m an avid reader or anything, but lately I’ve been getting so emotional, sometimesContinue reading “Book-ing Kindnesses”
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Rule #3 – Show Gratitude
Often we take for granted the beauty and opportunities that surround us. With the challenges we face daily and in our search for comfort, recognition, riches and whatever else it is that we seek, we often neglect our simple acts of gratitude. But, expressing thankfulness through prayer and appreciation, or in showing love and kindnessContinue reading “Rule #3 – Show Gratitude”
Vintage
The years have a way of eerily creeping up on us, don’t they? One minute we’re young and vibrant with most of our years ahead of us, the next we’re grappling with the reality that it’s been forty years since we graduated high school. I have to tell you, some days this is all tooContinue reading “Vintage”
Head in the Clouds
It’s been a while since I last sat down to read or write a blog post. Life has been keeping me busy, my head literally in the clouds as I travel to old, new, and somewhat familiar places. From sunny Florida with my in-laws to my parents’ home in Jamaica, I’ve been on the move,Continue reading “Head in the Clouds”
Mommy Milestone
It’s August and today the first day of the month is my mommy’s birthday. By conventional standards it’s not a milestone birthday, but I am of the mindset that while the decades old birthdays conclusively signify the arrival of something big, the ages in between that end with a five say you’re halfway to theContinue reading “Mommy Milestone”
A Little Friday Inspiration
It’s Friday and you’ve made it to the end of another week. Sunday is Mother’s Day, and although we don’t need a special day to recognize our moms, let’s use this day to show them an extra appreciation anyway. This little Friday inspiration though, is for everyone. I know there are times when we pushContinue reading “A Little Friday Inspiration”
My Very First WordPress Blog
Exactly one year ago today I made my very first post, “From Pockets to Hearts”, on this platform. Today on my first WordPress anniversary and one hundred and fifty-five posts later, I consider it only fitting that I re-share my very first post. ExcerptLet’s face it, unless you’re Santa Claus who magically gets his giftsContinue reading “My Very First WordPress Blog”
A Little Love and Honor on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a time to honor, respect and thank our mothers for giving birth to us. On this day we explicitly express our appreciation to our moms for their acts of love and kindness over the years. Now, I know we don’t all share the same sentiments about our mothers. Like any other relationship,Continue reading “A Little Love and Honor on Mother’s Day”
Teacher Appreciation Day
Today, May 5th is Teacher Appreciation Day, however this entire week is dedicated to the recognition and celebration of teachers. I say well deserved, hooray and amen to that! I have a few family members and friends who are teachers, and I can attest to the fact that teaching is a tough profession that requiresContinue reading “Teacher Appreciation Day”
Sincerely Jan 