I love finding quotes, scriptures, or sayings that stick with me, that leave a lasting impression. I remember how important it was, when I was younger and would leave the house with my friends, for my mom to remind me to make good choices. I recently came across a client who shared a saying he… Read More
April Fools’ is quickly approaching. My children love April Fools’ Day. They have high expectations of mommy fooling them however, this year, I am out of ideas. I thought I would share some of the things I have done in the past and you could share what has won your children over. My hope is… Read More
I recently had the opportunity to speak on a panel with other women in the finance industry. One of the questions that came up was, “How do you define success?” Of course we had moments to share in our career; one was even that moment, just being on that panel was a success. But what… Read More
This past weekend was beautiful, somewhere in the 70’s, and sunny. A February day like this is just a small little blessing from heaven. My normal Saturday is typically the gym, grocery shopping, cleaning the house, starting the wash, and then making dinner to finally relax. I am sure this sounds familiar for many of… Read More
We started the lovie dovie month of February by having to say goodbye to our dog Ty Murray, of 12 years. I remember the day I brought him home. Jarrod had always wanted a male American Bull Dog and if Jarrod went right, Ty went left. It was three days before the dog began to… Read More
The following phrase was on one of my recent tea bags: Be Great Feel Great Act Great Valentine’s Day is not just about doing nice things for all your loved ones; it should also be a day where you do something nice for yourself. In order to effectively care for everyone else in your… Read More
Ok, if you have not seen the movie Love Actually, I encourage you to watch it. It is a great movie with different characters all living the same grind – figuring out how to love, accept love, and be loved. An easy, feel-good moment that any of us can have is so simple and it… Read More
I am going to share a secret that my dear friend Jen, from Raleigh, shared with me before I had kids. It has brought so much love and tradition into my home, you are welcome to steal the idea too— mucho dividends!!! The night before Valentine’s Day, once the girls are asleep, I stick hearts… Read More
“Date Night” might have a completely different definition if you have little children, like me. Before I go on, I will share that, for the last 30 years, my parents have dedicated Saturday nights to themselves. They go out to dinner without fail, regardless of what life throws at them. Sometimes it is that wonderful… Read More
Full disclosure- I did nothing most of the days during my time off between the holidays. It would take much determination to remove myself from the couch to make the girls breakfast, hours to get showered and dressed to leave the house. Time stood still, or at least I did. I can honestly say it… Read More