Economic Recovery

It is that time of year again. With the "economic meltdown"-as it has come to be titled-it might be time to realign our ideas about gift giving. Last year I created the first annual gift giving guide and I am committed to sharing this with you again. The guide will offer you some creative, alternative […]

Today’s Rant!

I am fed up with credit card offers are you?  Really, I mean it just completely over the top, red in the face, fed up!!! After receiving 5 more the other day, I hit the wall and was so disgusted I went to my computer and took action. Let me count the ways I am […]

Economic Downturn-Self-fulfilling Prophecy or Reality

From the May Newsletter: I received a much needed dose of hope and positive thinking today while reading an article entitled, "The Real "new" Economy" by Jurriaan Kamp, Editor-in-Chief of ODE Magazine. Jurriaan, was a Chief Economics Editor at a leading newspaper in the Netherlands, so my sense is, he more then credible to ask […]

Gift from THEIR Hearts

‘Twas the night before Solstice, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, fighting off the flu on the couchThe peace wreath was hung on the house with care,in hopes that Peace on Earth soon would be there. When out in the snow tiny feet they did pattera knock at the door, “OH, what […]

Remember to give thanks

Writing a book has to be one of the most exciting and challenging things I have done to date. Just when things are smooth sailing, something kicks up to throw me off center. Such is the stuff of life.I know it is all part of the process and the things that show up, allow me […]

Another Gift from the Heart

© photo and product-Ellen Paquette, The Wee Beatsies Cost: Worth every penny! I am pleased to announce that my Feisty sister-in-law, Ellen Paquette,  has opened an Ebay shop to sell her adorable handmade dolls, The Wee Beasties!  I purchased two Wee Beasties this year for family members, and I can hardly wait until they receive […]

More Gifts from the Heart

COPYRIGHT 2007-Desert Journal-photo courtesy of The Amber Chand Collection Cost: $40.00 Do you know someone who is ready to take the leap and step boldly in the direction of their dreams? Here is the perfect gift to help them begin the new year.  The Desert Journal of Dreams. Last year I interviewed Amber Chand. What […]

Let it snow, let it snow!

Let it SNOW!!! It is finally winter. We have been in a bit of a drought, which was nerve racking for all concerned, including my husband who is a ski instructor. Tomorrow afternoon just might look like the perfect day to play hooky from some hefty work time, to nurture my self and ski my […]

Lighting candles of peace and hope

Happy Hanukkah! Last night was the first night of Hanukkah. Lighting the candles is a new tradition for me, as I ran from my "religion," even though I grew up in a very non-religious household, where we celebrated both Hanukkah and Christmas. When I was 14, I experienced my first taste of anti-semitism while working […]

Gifts from the Heart

Feature Article from December 2007 Newsletter: Happy December! Are you starting to feel surges of panic and overwhelm and you know it’s not a hot flash? My guess is it’s the holiday buzz getting to you. So grab a cup of tea and read on, I am here to help. I am starting our Circle […]