The Upside of Changing Circumstances

The Upside of Changing Circumstances

Dear Frustrated Friend, Sometimes things just happen. It’s not your fault and often it’s just not anyone’s fault. Life is full of highs and lows, happy and sad, constant and change. I’ve been there and I’ve made it through so let me share what helps 

Gratefulness Brings Happiness

Gratefulness Brings Happiness

Dear Young People, Recently, Bethany wrote a post about being so focused on the next step that she forgets to be grateful NOW. My sweet, young friends, I must be honest with you. This feeling is true in all stages of life. It never fully 

Home Decor 101 – Simply C’s Way

Home Decor 101 – Simply C’s Way

Dear Young Homemaker, It’s time to begin to decorate your new home, congratulations! If you’re like me, you’re likely thinking “What do the REAL people do?” You know, people like you and me? In my life, I’ve moved a few times and decorated a few 

Making Color Choices in Your Home

Making Color Choices in Your Home

Dear New Homemaker, This is my letter to you. First of all, yay! This is a big deal! You have ventured out and now you have the pleasure of decorating your home… all by yourself! Where do you start?! Trust me, I know it can 

What is the Police Unity Tour?

What is the Police Unity Tour?

Do you have any idea what this is? This Police Unity Tour? I didn’t until a friend introduced Chip to it several years ago. Allow me to introduce you to this event… As a law enforcement officer and an avid (rabid) cyclist, the Police Unity 

3 Lessons Learned from the Art of Communicating Expectations

3 Lessons Learned from the Art of Communicating Expectations

My husband has a saying. Whenever I am upset about pretty much anything he says, “So your expectations were not met?” Lordy have MERCY it’ll tick me off when he says that! But he’s right. Shh, don’t tell him. Think about it. If you are