Recently I wrote about something that meant more than a vacation to me - helping a puppy (6 months old) get surgery so it had a chance to walk and more-so get a chance to be adopted by a loving family. I donated the money and Pink - now known as Phoebe - is recovering ...
three ways to feel more fulfilled
Most of us...or at least I'd like to believe...want to leave this world a better place. They want to make an impact. They want to leave a legacy. They want to help people, the earth, and make life a little bit better for themselves, their family, and those that they leave behind. We want a ...
A Birthday Twist
Written by contributing blogger, Sonia Sahota. When you think of birthdays, a family or friend gathering comes to mind, or a lavish party with enough food to feed an army. Don’t forget the triple layer cake, plenty of balloons and sparkling champagne to get your night started. This year, I decided I want to celebrate my ...
The benefits of volunteering
Written by blogging contributor, Audrea Laffely. Back in the fall, I wrote about my desire to volunteer more and finding a way to give back and help out my community. I had said I would follow up and report back on what I had learned, so I felt it time to give an update. Since I wrote ...
Your life isn’t Yours
Much of the day we focus on ourselves. Not a bad thing. We ensure we eat get some good sleep (hopefully) eat well (hopefully), and that we get some exercise (hopefully), etc. But throughout the day we are also without sometimes realizing, giving ourselves to others - our jobs, our significant others, our kids, our ...
Giving Back This Holiday Season
Written by contributing blogger - Daniela Forte As I am getting older, giving back means so much more to me. I want to spread kindness wherever I can these days because so many people could use it, even a little dose. Over the holiday season, I did something I do yearly, which was gift wrap presents for ...
Pay it Forward
There are times when someone reaches out in need of a hand, and you think to yourself...sigh, I'm tired. I really don't feel like reviewing that resume, making that introduction, or going out for that coffee to discuss their needs. If you are truly THAT busy, and don't have the energy to give your undivided attention, ...
Giving back this fall
This post written by contributor, Audrea. The onset of fall always reminds me of a time to start fresh. When I was in school, it meant a time for new teachers, new friends and new school clothes. But at this point in my life, it now means the time of year when I re-evaluate my goals ...