I Change the Way People Think
I’m flying to Palm Beach for the Florida Governor’s Conference today. Hello 6:00 am flight. As the plane was loading, the person next to me made small talk about Gulliver, then eventually asked what I
Read More »Making Incredible Memories
Life Aboard Regent Seven Seas Grandeur
Last year I celebrated a milestone birthday and decided to give myself the experience of a luxury ocean cruise. I’ve returned recently and have to say I am a very good gift giver, if
Read More »2 Lesser Known Destinations in Italy Worth Visiting – Part 2- Montepulciano
“What is the name of the town where you’re getting married?” I know I asked my niece this question 3 or 4 times before I received her beautiful Save the Date card in the mail
Read More »2 Lesser Known Destinations in Italy Worth Visiting – Part 1 – Rapallo
When our niece invited us to her wedding in Italy, I had to ask her several times for the name of the city where she would be married. I knew it was in the Tuscan
Read More »AmaWaterways Colors of Provence River Cruise
The Colors of Provence itinerary has been on my wish list for quite some time. We originally scheduled it 3 years ago, but an emergency in our home caused us to cancel. While we have
Read More »My Shoes
Six years ago, I lost my ability to walk. And that’s when I found my confidence. In a pair of shoes. I didn’t grow up caring about fashion. I was a gymnast. Then a soldier.
Read More »Believe Them
Have you ever heard of a “miracle flight”? It’s the term people use—usually with judgment—when someone needs a wheelchair to board a plane but not to exit it. And honestly? The judgment around this drives
Read More »Comparison is the Thief of Compassion
Comparison Is the Thief of Compassion We’ve all heard that comparison is the thief of joy — but I think it’s also the thief of compassion and understanding. When we start comparing our struggles to
Read More »A Beautiful Proposal
My daughter’s getting married! And I got to be there for the proposal. When I found out that my daughter’s boyfriend intended to propose on their visit to Colorado Springs this weekend, I asked my
Read More »Michigan, Part 2
After a good night’s sleep following such a long but wonderful day, we got up and began our drive to Mackinac Island. It was a beautiful day and an easy drive. We enjoyed the random
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