*** Discover Your Joy - The Back Story. Or I could just call it The Life and Times of Louise. I am a JOY-fanatic! Ten years ago, my minister spoke on the subject of JOY. He cautioned us to watch for “joy stealers.” His message resonated with me and led...
*** WELCOME TO OUR DAY OF JOY SUMMIT 2023! It will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 (10:45 until 2:45 EDT) and you are invited to be a part of the extravaganza. *** But first, here is a little of my history. I was divorced, living alone,...
*** Kindness Matters - Be kind one to another. *** My husband gave me a set of daily journals that track habits, gratitude, mood, and some other things. Then there’s a weekly recap with more questions. One of which is, “What are 3 kind things you...
Watch Your Words - A Short Essay on Toxic Positivity *** Thoughts to ponder Have you ever really thought about your vocabulary? Do you use pleasant and kind words when speaking to others? Or is your speech harsh, demeaning, or controlling? Our words can...
Choosing Gratitude is the Key to Finding Joy During Difficult Times *** For some people, it’s not easy to find joy today. The headlines scream at us about US political unrest, social divisions, mass shootings, hurricanes, floods, the war in Europe,...
When Will the Waves Stop: Can Anxiety and Gratitude Coexist in our Minds and Bodies *** My young niece was playing at the edge of the ocean and the waves kept rolling in. She just wanted to play in the water and not be disturbed by the waves. Finally, she...
Finding Joy In Our Daily Lives - We Might Be Looking In The Wrong Place * As we get older some of us seem to lose the sense of wonder, happiness and joy we experienced as young children. Where did it go? As adults, the pressures we face day after day - job...
Nurture Your Body, Mind, and Spirit Through Self-Care *** Everyone and everything has to wait. Today, I’m loving myself first! But, I must digress a bit to a few years ago. My head was spinning. My heart was racing. I felt nauseated. I felt dizzy. I could...
Choosing Joy Every Day *** Choose JOY today and every day! Joy doesn’t simply happen. You have to intentionally choose joy, and you have to choose to be joyful every day. Joy begins with gratitude – being thankful for all you are and all you have. It is not dependent...
Choosing Joy When You Don't Feel Joyful 10 Tips to Bring Back Your JOY *** In my last post, I talked about Choosing JOY Every Day, but sometimes, you just don’t feel joyful. So, how do you reclaim your JOY when you’re struggling with a tough day or situation? Today,...
*** How do Miracles Happen? The Bone that Disappeared *** How do miracles happen? The story of the bone that disappeared. There was a bone there a month ago. Where did it go? My first-grade son came home from school with a note that he did not pass the...
*** Welcome Spring – A Promise of New Beginnings | Inspiration * The daffodils are waving and the trees are in vibrant bloom. Birds are singing and butterflies are emerging. As nature crawls out of hibernation and we transition from winter into spring, we witness the...
Finding Happiness in a Field of Dandelions | Inspiration *** This is a sweet story about Finding Happiness in a Field of Dandelions. I know you’ll enjoy reading it. *** As I pulled into a parking spot, I noticed the field beside me was uncut and full of weeds. I...
True Love Has Come Full Circle 45 Years Later *** Read the story of how two teenagers went their separate ways and then found True Love has come Full Circle 45 Years Later. This article originally appeared in Sasee Magazine in the April 2019 issue. *** Randy and...
Living An Inspired Life Full of Joy *** “I’ve just been told that my chronic list making is stopping me from living an inspired life. What do you think?” Oh, my! Laura’s comment stopped me in my tracks. I, personally, make a lot of lists but I love the idea of living...
5 Simple Keys to Happiness and Joy *** Powerful habits to help you unlock the keys to happiness The keys to happiness seem to be as impossible to find as a teenager without a cell phone. This is due to a misconception that happiness depends on a change of...
The Ultimate Gift *** A True Story of Relinquishing the Rights to Parent Your Newborn Baby It was 1969 and times were different. Jill was 17 years old, a high school senior, single and ….. pregnant. Her parents were outraged and sent her away immediately,...
Finding My Way from Misery to Success *** Today, I welcome Windy Gail as a guest to my blog. Windy is a talented writer whose words flow straight from her heart. Follow along; I think you will agree. Here is her story of ‘Finding My Way From Misery to...
Kindness is Free. Sprinkle it Everywhere! *** Be known for your kindness and grace. * Kindness is free – Sprinkle it everywhere! Have you ever been blessed by the kindness of a total stranger? Well, I have and it literally makes your heart swell in...
The Adoption of a Miracle Baby *** Ruth had a little girl and now she hoped for a baby boy. After several miscarriages, she and her husband met with the Department of Social Services in July 1969. They knew it was a long shot and potentially a long wait but,...
The Peaceful Life at the Coast *** Seagrass by Louise Pistole *** The Peaceful Life at the Coast There is nothing more beautiful than sunrise at the coast. It is the promise of a new day, another opportunity for a new beginning. As the colors streak across the...
