Monthly Archives: July 2008

Time in a bottle

The lyrics to the Jim Croce song were running through my head this morning: If I could save time in a bottle The first thing that I’d like to do Is to save every day Till Eternity passes away Just … Continue reading

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Power boost your diet using these time management tips

Diets do work!  And research has shown that adding time management strategies to diet planning can build a winning combination.  By determining your preferred time perspective, you can intentionally choose the diet approach that will be most successful for you.  This series … Continue reading

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How to survive a parent’s funeral without losing your own sanity

The time when family gathers from all parts of the country to bury a parent can be the best of times and the worst of times.  How is how to get through it in one piece. Both of my parents died … Continue reading

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Peace in the country

A red floribunda rose grows in my back yard.  Underneath its intertwined branches my resident bunny has dug a hole and built a nest.  And on top of the nest, she has cleared a resting pace of safety from hawks … Continue reading

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15 Great Ways to Beat the Blues

If you are in the midst of a serious depression that won’t go away, it is important to consult with your doctor or therapist.  BUT, if you have a simple garden variety case of the blues, try some of these … Continue reading

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10 quotes I live by — and why

Catch phrases can be short-hand wisdom to help us through tough spots. Here are my 10 all time favorites. Continue reading

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