My Mom died when I was five. My Dad then remarried, only ten months after, 'to give us kids a mom'... More >>

...Letting go of past hurt is so very, very important... More >>

During spring, lots of eager eaters fill shopping baskets with loads of fresh vegetables to enjoy raw for their crunchy textures. It might be a steamer basket, though, that would be more in order, according to studies about how to lower your cholesterol... More >>

At 26 years old, I started to freak out because I thought I had to be on a certain timeline for marriage and motherhood in order to be a real woman... More >>

My husband and I have been married almost 30 years and we both feel as if we have been married 30 days... More >>

My life today is much different than my childhood. In a couple of days, I will have been married 20 years to a wonderful man, who adores me and his daughter... More >>

If you could give your children a quality that would enhance their chances for leading successful, meaningful and fulfilling lives, what would it be... More >>

...As my readers know, I've been working with small businesses (both successful and unsuccessful) for well onto 35 years now, and I've learned a ton in that time... More >>

...My daughter 'earned' an iPod Touch, which we proudly gave her at Christmas, but we quickly saw her inquisitive and adventurous personality disappear as she was consumed with messaging her 9 year old friend... More >>

...After reading their letter, I took the time to read the responses to their blog... More >>