The positive encouragement is enlightening against the dark grey background of fear. Where all is dark, the light shines the brightest. Words of inspiration, not desperation. Words of laughter, humor and encouragement. Words of faith.

Yes was - her name was Rachel. She is a true angel now. But then, well our paths were destined to cross, I can see it now.

What fuels you to do the things that you do? When you lie awake, dreaming of all that you desire in this life of yours

Is it the official education or certificate of accreditation? Is it life experience, or learning from the school of hard knocks? Is there even one right answer? Is one more important than the other?

Why is it so hard sometimes to see ourselves as we really are. 

I don't know about you - but sometimes the Christmas joy can fly right out the door as you are shopping for that perfect present - the lines are long, traffic crazy, heck, people a little crazy,

Have you ever been stuck in a moment? A powerful moment that you want to relive over and over.

Wait, we're talking about confidence - why the heck is there a picture of a kid in the pool here? She's got cool glasses on, she does looks confident, but before you try to figure it out, I'll explain - but here's the thing, lets be real and talk first.

As I write this article, it's a little unsettling at how many people are lacking true happiness in their life. They search, but can not find it.

The moment when all things come together. Memories play out in your mind and you smile. The words of the song move you deeply. A tear forms in gratitude. You feel infinitely small in this universe. You know there is more than the eye can see.

"Easier said than done!" most would say. Many of us hide behind guilt, shame, unworthiness and a set of lies that we somehow have heard long enough to actually believe them as truth.

Today is a new day