Life in a Day
January 27, 2012
My friend Jen posted this “Life in a Day” video on Facebook the other day, and I found it breathtaking.
Tag: inspiration
Paradise and Poetry
January 23, 2012
Last week I took a pilgrimage to the island of St. John. I went to find a part of Sue, leave a part of Sue, and gain direction in life after Sue. I went to find paradise. It gave me poetry. Turns out the island’s namesake was able to put my journey into words much … More Paradise and Poetry
Lessons in Snorkeling
January 18, 2012
The reason I love snorkeling so much is that it’s always been quite difficult for me. I can’t really swim (pathetic, but true) and no matter how many times I’ve gone snorkeling, I always have to work through a minor panic attack to get accustomed to inhaling with my masked face in the water. Yet, … More Lessons in Snorkeling
Pilgrimage
January 16, 2012
“A journey to a place which is considered special and which you visit to show your respect.”—Cambridge Dictionaries Online And thus my husband, daughter, and I embark on a pilgrimage to the island of St. John. Obviously, it’s gorgeous. But why is it so special to us?
May All Your Days Be Gold
January 13, 2012
I heard this song in the car the other day on KEXP. It reminded me of my recent manifesto to start every day cuddling with my baby. If you’re in the mood for a feel-good tune, this is well worth a listen. “In silver piles of smiles,/May all your days be gold, my child … ”
It’s a Beautiful Life
January 6, 2012
Welcome to another day in your beautiful life. Here’s a funny (and rather odd) video of one of Sue’s favorite songs to send you on your way. **Spoiler alert: spot the sweet ’90s mullet!**
Happiness: A Choice?
January 2, 2012
What is happiness? Well, it turns out, it’s not what you think. As a matter of fact, it’s probably the opposite of what you think. This TED talk rewired my brain and my outlook. Seriously. Watch. It. If you don’t have time to watch, here’s the (highly inferior) gist …
New Year Quotes
December 30, 2011
“Another fresh new year is here … another year to live! To banish worry, doubt, and fear. To love and laugh and give! This bright new year is given me, to live each day with zest. To daily grow and try to be my highest and my best!”—William Arthur Ward “We spend January 1 walking through our … More New Year Quotes
Cuddle Your Baby
December 14, 2011
Yesterday morning, I had a revelation. I was frantically getting ready, packing for my work day, and gathering Szaba’s stuff for the sitter. But Szaba wasn’t up yet, and I had to wake her. Now, if any of you have (or have had) toddlers, you know this can be a delicate matter.
Phone a Friend
December 7, 2011
Today’s post comes to us from Barb Brook, the artist I mentioned in my November 30 Days challenge. Like Martha, Barb is another one of Sue’s “Golden Girl” friends, five fabulous women who spent 25 years supporting each other and traveling the world. Barb’s recollections lead me to ask myself, “What one thing will I do today … More Phone a Friend
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