Category Archives: Friendships

Gratitude Day Seven: Truth

Posted on November 8, 2012 by amy

When I was younger, my mom would often say to me, “Honey, you don’t have to say everything that pops into your head!” I think she gave up on me years ago.  I have learned over the years to reserve … Continue reading →

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Gratitude Day Six: Freedom

Posted on November 7, 2012 by amy

As our plane was descending on New York City this summer, my daughter and I caught a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty.  I was speechless (a rare moment, indeed!)  and I found myself with an overwhelming sense of pride … Continue reading →

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Gratitude Day Five: Friends

Posted on November 7, 2012 by amy

As my daughter has grown up, I have reminded her that it is better to have a handful of genuine friends than to have a bucket full of temporary friends. I have had the blessing of my handful of friends … Continue reading →

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Gratitude Day Four: Laughter

Posted on November 4, 2012 by amy

“I love people who make me laugh. I honestly think it’s the thing I like most, to laugh. It cures a multitude of ills. It’s probably the most important thing in a person.” ― Audrey Hepburn “Laughter is the sound … Continue reading →

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Gratitude Day Three: Time

Posted on November 4, 2012 by amy

Tonight we set our clocks back one hour. This reminds me of the gift of time.  We have a choice each day how we spend our 24 hours, but we do not have a say in how much time we … Continue reading →

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New York Taxi

Posted on July 9, 2012 by amy

When you travel, at least when I do, I always have a bit of  apprehension until I get to my destination.  I couldn’t sleep the night before, worrying about whether or not the alarm would go off, wandering if the … Continue reading →

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Take a moment to make a difference. Bullying prevention is everyone’s job!

Posted on February 20, 2012 by amy

  My daughter and her friends are typical seventh graders.  For the most part they get along fairly well.  But they are no different from any other group of kids.  There is usually some story that surfaces about someone that … Continue reading →

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Moments… to cherish

Posted on December 27, 2011 by amy

Each month, four of my friends and I have Girls Night Out (GNO). GNO is therapy, it is a chance for us to catch up, offer support, celebrate birthdays, but most generally it is about realizing that no matter what … Continue reading →

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