Figuring It Out

Over the few years that Ive had a "blog" -I loathe the word blog, in any which way that its used . . . simply not a fan- I have come across many other blogs, which always seem to surround a common...

A Brilliant Light in Italy

Many moons ago, I was Sweetly Surprised by a lovely person who stumbled upon my blog, a sweet girl named Katie (a.k.a. Katia or Daisy). I instantly found her comments endearing, and she seemed to...

Mercury Retrograde . . .

Have you ever come across a real-life situation, thereafter feeling as if it was simply unreal? Once you relive it, within your mind, your heart assimilates it to a nightmare, for thats what it...

11:11, Ladybugs, Clovers, & Pennies

"Its 11:11. Make a wish!" Those words have been said & heard countless times in my life; or, my eyes have simply stumbled upon a clock, & it just so happens to be the "right" time. In life, what...

Go Big or Go Home

In acting class, with one of my sweetest friends."Go big or go home." Thats a quote Ive grown quite fond of. And, my attention was especially directed towards this quote in 2008, during my second...

Oh So Scary: Part II

To be, or not to be an online dater: that is the question. And, although I have always declared the answer to be never in a million years, curiousity got the best of me. I decided to do a little...

Sweet Disposition

Oh So Scary: Part I

Halloween is an interesting, two-faced holiday. On the one hand, youve got some cute stuff -people carving pumpkins, & adorable little dressed-up kids who are thrilled about sugar. On the other...

My Favorite Pick-Me-Up

There are times in life when a person is in need of a little pick-me-up. (This happens to be a long-standing, daily philosophy of mine). And, if a persons inclined to be picked up, I see no reason...

When You Know, You Know

Right after graduating in Home Economics from Texas Tech University, Sally began working as an assistant dietician at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Meanwhile, Cliff was completing his...

Its About The Journey

Yesterday evening, thoughts about traveling lingered within my mind, after having pondered my recent whereabouts. Theres a great desire, within my heart, to explore everything, both physically and...

As If It Were Magic

Ever since I moved to Portland, it has been sunny, sunny, sunny with a touch of sunny. Granted, it has been Summer -but, I was prepared for anything. This preparations been a long time coming; it...

Its Written In The Stars

Seventh grade was a magical year. Although my mom was a little horrified by the changes that occurred, I was extremely smitten with all that I learned. This was the year that I became best friends...

Life & Death: Just Like An Oreo

Within the last five years, Ive spent a lot of time in my car. Los Angeles is known for horrific traffic; yet, I see it as somewhat magical. No matter where youre going (within the 2nd largest city...

My Book Proposal

I am writing a book, and I recently submitted my book proposal to Hay House Publishing. Theres a contest thats held for individuals whove attended a Hay House Writers Workshop; and, this year, I...

Today Is New

At the end of 2010, I made a last-minute decision, signing up for a Creative Nonfiction writing class through UCLA. My (wonderful) teacher began our first day of class with an exercise, one that...

Leaving LA, & Other Sweet Surprises

So many Sweet Surprises, so little time -lately, this is what it has felt like. One might figure this would be the case, when given less than two weeks to pack up your life and move -in the midst...

Pushing Through Barriers

-Back in February, I decided to amaze myself. I made the choice of all choices to complete the Master Cleanse -for ten whole days. And at the end of the challenge, I actually felt wonderful....

Finding Purpose, Healing Your Life

During the last two years of high school, I was a writer and editor for a lovely little newspaper called The Scroll. Although I saved each article, there are various pieces that I remember writing....

Embracing the Light

In the midst of a family reunion in Oregon, I walked outside one morning. Instantly, I noticed one particular tree. The light from the sun reflected upon this tree in such a beautiful way; soon, I...