From Mental Well-Being to a Life of Meaning
Mental stamina has been my ace in the hole for a while now, but do you know what mental stamina gets you without action? Nothing.
Mental Games, Mental Gains
Miller and I made it home from our trip to Connecticut. He’s flown about a gajillion times, but it’s the first time we’ve flown together just the two of us. It’s also a feat akin to childbirth. Just ask my anxiety. The trip out was rough, and I don’t mean turbulence. By the time we departed from Midway, I was questioning my decision. After a couple of days of quality mother-son/cousin/family time, I’m thinking it was all worth it…
You Really Aren’t Lame
I’ve been experiencing the gift of small talk lately, something that seems to get a bad rap. Sure, it’s a must-do at work-related functions and can be forced at cocktail parties. That’s the side of the coin that folks tend to focus on; but small talk doesn’t have to stop there. When used thoughtfully, small talk can be a useful antidote to stress.
I Need To Hem These Pants
April 19: “I need to hem these,” says Grandma of a pretty pair of pants. She goes to the laundry room and comes out with its matching two-piece top, excited at having found this “new” outfit in her closet.
My Little Hands
Miller’s class came home with potted petunias and poems to celebrate Mother’s Day. The poem, a darling tribute from child to mother, reads as such: