I have always loved Thanksgiving, but not necessarily for the conventional reasons, namely food and family. I do of course love those things, but what I love even more is the collective energy of people feeling thankful – of being encouraged to thoughtfully look at our lives and appreciate all the blessings. I am always […]
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It was an unbelievably peaceful night. As I settled into the chair on my back patio, I marveled at how clear it was for stargazing. Wrapped in my heaviest coat and donning thick gloves to keep out the crisp, sharp cold, I settled in for what turned out to be a spectacular show. That evening,
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I’m done. I had been saying that repeatedly in my head. Then, as if the Universe felt my pain, this beautiful, poignant essay showed up in my Facebook feed, titled “She’s Done.” In the essay, the author, Adrienne Pieroth boldly denounced the unhealthy activities that many women struggle with; self-loathing, guilt, people pleasing, apologizing. You
One of the beautiful things about having a blog is that it provides space for reflection and an opportunity to share my inner world with the outer one. Although this website, and my writing in general, is focused on sharing helpful tips and resources, ever since my Dad (Bud Gibeault) passed away I haven’t felt
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The past month has been a tremendous struggle. My husband’s gentle grandma passed away after a two-week battle in the hospital, followed shortly after by the passing of his sweet aunt. Meanwhile, my thirteen-year-old cat, Pip, who has suffered from colitis since he was a kitten, began to wince when I touched him. I had
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