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How to Be Prepared: When Storms Catch Me By Surprise

How to Be Prepared: When Storms Catch Me By Surprise

by Dawn | Jan 24, 2016 | gratitude, Life, nature, self-improvement, sustainability

Greetings from snowy New England. A friend from Jersey texted “Be safe!” I smiled. “This storm’s going to miss us,” I thought.  The roads were clear and people weren’t fighting over the last of the bread and milk.  That’s how...
Why I Lied–Your Card Really Isn’t “Lost in the Mail”

Why I Lied–Your Card Really Isn’t “Lost in the Mail”

by Dawn | Dec 23, 2015 | gratitude, simplicity, spirituality

Go check your mail. You didn’t get a Christmas card from me.  Again.  I know–you sent me one like you do every year.  Now that you know yours isn’t on the way, you probably regret being so nice all year. Truth is, I feel a little guilty.  Years back,...
The Truth about Santa:  A Little Boy Contemplates Gratitude

The Truth about Santa: A Little Boy Contemplates Gratitude

by Dawn | Dec 22, 2015 | family, gratitude, self-improvement

It’s time to have a serious talk with the boy.  I sit him down. “Listen, Declan,” I say.  “Santa’s not getting you everything on this list.” “Yes, he will.”   It’s a hefty list. “No, he won’t.”  I...
Food Freak Files:  How to Say “Hands Off” Your Thanksgiving Food

Food Freak Files: How to Say “Hands Off” Your Thanksgiving Food

by Dawn | Nov 26, 2015 | family, food, gratitude, simplicity, sustainability, wellness

Thanksgiving. The season of love, thankfulness, everyone posting the required message of love and appreciation for mankind on the way to Black Friday shopping. For food freaks, it’s the season of selfishness and self-preservation. “I have to bring my own...
I’m No Hero–A Veteran’s Day Reflection

I’m No Hero–A Veteran’s Day Reflection

by Dawn | Nov 12, 2015 | gratitude, leadership

“Happy Veteran’s Day, Dad!” said Declan.  “Were you in the war?  I’m glad you’re not dead.”  Note to self–Declan should write greeting cards.  “Mom, do we have to get him a gift?” he asked. “No.  This...
Happy Valentine’s Day! Thank the French for Your Candy

Happy Valentine’s Day! Thank the French for Your Candy

by Dawn | Feb 14, 2015 | gratitude, religion, satire

Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s one of the biggest marketing holidays out there, co-sponsored by the American Diabetes Association and the Roses-Don’t-Grow-in-February people. Still, it breaks up the winter doldrums, even if you don’t have...
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