This week we acknowledge and celebrate the life, legacy, and lasting leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There is no denying his positive contributions to our society, and the fact that millions of people followed him and fought for…
I don't know about you, but I am a spring-cleaning fanatic! I can't wait for this time of year where I get to "clean house" and spend hours in my closets re-organizing and de-cluttering. I go through my clothes and…
People ask me all the time, "How should I handle myself, or a specific situation, at work?" This week, I respond with: "Did you watch the Grammy Awards Sunday night?" Typically, this annual award show is designed to celebrate a…
Cue the noise-makers, streamers, and fireworks...HAPPY NEW YEAR! In addition to it being the start of a new year, New Year's day also happens to be my birthday - two major milestone days that often include reflection and planning for the upcoming year. I…
Happy Holidays! Whether you celebrate one holiday, all holidays, or no holidays, this is the time of year when we gather together and think of others. We think of those less fortunate, we think of the teachers who teach our…
It's that time of year when people enjoy getting lost in corn mazes, sipping hot apple cider, and carving a family of jack-o-lanterns. There is an abundance of wholesome fun to be had. There are super-hero and fairy princess costumes…
Disappointment is one of those universal experiences that can leave a devastating path of destruction in its wake. It can hit you with the same force and ferocity as a hurricane and leave you confused, disoriented, and asking yourself "why…
Let's be honest. You read the title, "I Will Survive", and you immediately started belting out the classic song by Gloria Gaynor. Even though it's one of my favorites, and I can't help blasting it on the radio and singing…
Whether you're celebrating our nation's birthday by hosting a backyard barbecue, watching fireworks, or spending the long weekend with family and friends, I think we should be celebrating "Independence Day" every day! Don't get me wrong. The 4th of July…
When we think of leaders, we often think of the big names...Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Margaret Thatcher, and others. They certainly have a long list of accomplishments, have positively impacted lives around the world, and have solidified their place…