Why I Am the Coach I Am (Thank you, Ellen)

I’ve been remiss to write lately. Lots going on, but something inside of me today says, “It’s time.” The trigger has been in the last couple of days, I have received numerous (unexpected) positive feedback about how powerful coaching has been for my clients. Humbling, yes. I am so mindful to acknowledge the success of coaching always stems from the work of the client. It … (Read more)

Wonder

Wonder is all around…. Sometimes we see it in others as they observe things for the first time… or maybe when they recognize differences. And many times wonder comes when we stop long enough to appreciate the beauty of nature. It’s all around us if we would just stop long enough. Thanks to my family for finding time to  just be together. (Photos taken 2/11/12 … (Read more)

Always a First Time!

Over a month ago, my parents celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. My folks have been a wonderful example of living in gratitude and appreciating all they have — mostly their family! So what could their kids possibly give them to celebrate their lives together when they have “everything”? An IPAD! Chris and I were the lucky ones to deliver the gift. My parents (both in … (Read more)

A Mother’s Day Gift

Mine is not a family that material gifts are required to celebrate special occasions, although I still have and treasure the little trinkets and school-made gifts the kids made me for Mother’s Day from way back when. Today, Mother’s Day was celebrated with the kids coordinating their schedules with Chris and me to spend time as a family. We had a nice lunch together in … (Read more)

What is your “Chloe Joy Factor?”

For those who know me, you know how much Chloe is a part of my life. She has filled my empty nest and makes my daily gratitude list. She also keeps me on my toes. Chris and I have a practice in place to help us have the patience & understanding  and to find humor in Chloe’s mischievous acts. We keep an ongoing list on … (Read more)