Jim and I had a conversation recently about masculine and feminine energy in our relationship. I think part of the way I learned to protect myself when I was young was to tap into my strong masculine energy. And honestly, I’ve gotten really good at it. But damn it can...

Since I’m a speaking coach, you might imagine I watch zillions of TED talks just for fun.   Now that you’re really getting to know me, though, you know that I’ll often choose a rom-com first.   That said, I do love a captivating, engaging TED talk now and then. And I...

Have you seen the movie Sliding Doors? I often think how things might have been totally different if just one small thing had or hadn’t happened. It happens with words, too. A passing comment at just the right or wrong time… I know it’s not what they said that created...

You know how some foods just light up your life? I’m neutral about food a lot of the time. It's kind of a hassle to figure out what to eat, honestly. I’m not a foodie, like two of our daughters, by any stretch. Mostly, I love when my food is pretty. Colorful,...

My daughters are at the age where they are looking for and starting their first jobs. I find myself reminiscing my work journey. I wonder what turns my path might have taken if I had made different choices along the way.   As I played back the years in my mind, I...

To be honest, friends, I’m writing this list mostly because I’m hoping you’ll share with me what you do for fun. I had to ask my husband and my daughters to remind me what I like to do for fun Instead of feeling like a boring loser, let’s call this a refresher. Here...

It’ll be 10 years in September since I had my last drink.   I was miserable and numb and nobody could tell from the outside that alcohol was owning my mind every day.   I was certain it was impossible for me to stop drinking wine.   And yet I hardly ever think about...

Now for a list with a light touch…   When I’m sad, happy, exhausted, have too much to do… actually, any time - I LOVE to watch movies. They are my balm for the soul and one of my great pleasures, especially these last two years.   It’s impossible to name all of the...

**10 THINGS I’D LIKE TO TELL MY YOUNGER SELF (and have her believe me)** This one was harder than I expected. I have more to say.   1. You're fun to be around. Don't be so diligent and good. Get in trouble and follow those creative ideas you keep tucking away.   2....

I'm incessantly curious and love hearing about the ordinary, day-to-day things in people’s lives. Think of all the solutions we've found for daily needs! So, for today’s list, I thought I’d dive into some daily products I use and really appreciate. I want to hear...