Why Do I Clean Out My Closet So Often?
August 25, 2010 – 11:35 am | No Comment

One of the previous articles submitted inspired me to step into my closet once again and clear out some of the items that I have in there that have not seen the light of day. What a waste! Even though I’ll donate all that I clear out to a neighborhood charity, I had to sit and ponder why. Why did I buy these items in the first place?

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Why Do I Clean Out My Closet So Often?
August 25, 2010 – 11:35 am | No Comment
Why Do I Clean Out My Closet So Often?

One of the previous articles submitted inspired me to step into my closet once again and clear out some of the items that I have in there that have not seen the light of day. What a waste! Even though I’ll donate all that I clear out to a neighborhood charity, I had to sit and ponder why. Why did I buy these items in the first place?

Simple Thoughts
August 22, 2010 – 7:58 am | No Comment
Simple Thoughts

“A balanced life looks and feels different for everyone”  Unknown

Prevent Texting
August 20, 2010 – 7:41 am | No Comment
Prevent Texting

A new phone application called ZoomSafer can be added to our child’s smartphone.  Once the car goes over 35 miles per hour, the keypad of the phone locks and an audio prompt alerts the driver …

The Power of Prayer
August 19, 2010 – 7:36 am | 3 Comments
The Power of Prayer

With the renewed interest is the book Eat, Pray, Love (by Elizabeth Gilbert) conversations today are often geared towards prayer and meditation more than in recent past. It’s free and totally individualized (unless you prefer ritualized prayers such as those said jointly and uniformly in established churches, ashrams and synagogues.) No matter what your method, the power of prayer is being recognized as a tool for personal growth and transformation.

A New Year
August 17, 2010 – 9:22 pm | One Comment
A New Year

Happy New Year!!! (Too early you say) No, not for me. At this time of year, when summer vacation ends and the school year begins I always feel renewed and ready to start a new page in my already hectic life. I literally get a new day planner, switch out my bedroom décor, re-organize my closets and plan out the Goddess and Polo season activities. It’s as if the starter gun has been shot and I’m off and running!

A Wine Tasting Guide for Goddesses
August 15, 2010 – 9:13 am | No Comment
A Wine Tasting Guide for Goddesses

What a wonderful event we recently attended at a local restaurant. It was a wine tasting and food pairing. It was a great evening but I couldn’t help but notice that for many, it was their first wine tasting. Now, not to say that I’m a pro by any means but I have attended quite a few and can now say that I can see, sniff and sip like a pro!