Posts by Dara Kurtz
Unrealistic Expectations
Do you have unrealistic expectations when it comes to what you want from the people you love? Do you take them for granted and have certain standards that are virtually impossible for them to live up to? It’s easy to do. We have a picture in our heads of the way we think things should…
Read More4 Ways To Live A Life Of Thanks
Do you count your blessings? Do you take the time each day to open your eyes to the good fortune and positive circumstances around you? It’s easy to take things for granted. If you can learn to live a life of thanks, you will feel more happiness and contentment about your life, regardless of the…
Read MoreJust Say No
Do you ever feel guilty about saying “no?” It might be saying no to serving on a committee, donating money to a charity or even declining an invitation to a party. For a lot of people, it doesn’t matter what it is. The actual act of saying no can be difficult and challenging and cause…
Read MoreMy Life Isn’t Perfect
No one has a perfect life. I received a message from someone who follows my Facebook page and it really gave me something to think about. She told me about all of the things in her life that aren’t going well and asked me to give her a little advice. I was happy to help…
Read MoreBe Careful How You Speak To Your Children
Be careful how you speak to your children. Your words, and the way you say them, will directly impact your kids in a positive or negative manner. I admit, I’m not perfect and I’ve said plenty of words that haven’t always been nice. Words that have hurt my daughter’s feelings and have upset them. It’s…
Read MoreSnow Days In The South
For the past few days, it’s been snowing where I live and we’ve had a winter wonderland. Living in the South, I had to laugh at how predictable we are in how we dealt with it. In case you were wondering, this is what it feels like when a snow storm hits the South. Let…
Read MoreTeenagers Can Always Use A Little Reminder
It’s hard to believe the first half of the school year is behind us. If you have school aged children, you know what I’m talking about. Before we know it, summer will be here. It’s been a great year so far, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few areas where a little extra attention…
Read MoreGoodbye to 2016
I hope you’ve had a grand year. I hope it was all you desired it to be and more. I hope your dreams came true and life was good to you. The end of the year is near and soon it will be time to say goodbye to 2016. So long. Farewell. Adios. Regardless of…
Read MoreWhen You Feel Obligated To Buy Gifts You Can’t Afford
Do you feel obligated to buy gifts for other people, even if you can’t afford them? Recently, I was shopping for holiday gifts and enjoying it. Everyone around me was in a good mood and when I passed other shoppers, people smiled at me. There was holiday cheer in the air and festive music played…
Read MoreA Holiday Concert
The holiday season is a special time of the year. From the lights and decorations to beautiful holiday music, there are many festivities to enjoy. I was at a concert with my husband and we were thrilled to be there. Alone. It doesn’t happen very often and we were almost giddy for getting to the…
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