So I KNOW I said I’d be surfing the waves this year… But it turns out I’m actually SKIING the slopes this month (to be fair, surfing is tricky in the winter in the Midwest). I’m excited, but I’ll be honest… this has all been new for my family! I’ve only been skiing one other … Read more
“I arise in the morning torn between a desire to improve (or save) the world and a desire to enjoy (or savor) the world. This makes it hard to plan the day.” – E.B. Bailie White Gosh, never have truer words been spoken! A cousin recommended that I read The Measure (really great read, or … Read more
Big thanks to Whole Growth Partners, LLC for inviting me to help kick off the year with a little workplace (and life) JOY! We talked about how to infuse more joy through the busy, stressful, and most productive times of life (yes, you can be busy and productive, yet still find joy!). I love that … Read more
A lot of people think that if we’re told no, that’s it. The end. Nothing more. It can make you stop your idea. Or believe a client doesn’t want to work with you… Maybe even believe that promotion, business idea, or dream will never happen. Over the last couple of years, I’ve really seen this … Read more
Not a fan of the real snow heading our way? Save the date to come grab a “snow ball” of ice cream at Uptown Dairy in Ankeny, Iowa on January 21st! Also if you need a boost, Coffalo Coffee will be offering Cafe Affogato (espresso poured over ice cream)! #JOYEvent #SnowDay
If you’re looking for some JOY in these winter months…. borrow this fun game from my mom! My mom collected metal tins from our childhood (and borrowed some from friends and family) and inside each tin, she put a little surprise. Some were silly gag gifts, candy dressed up to look like snowmen, and others … Read more
So far we’ve eaten our way through London and Paris! We’ve been experiencing the full English breakfast, bangers and mash. Our kids LOVE the fish and chips…Ok not really, they love the sweet treats! In France we took an eclair cooking class which was entertaining (and good!) and have been enjoying the crème brûlée and … Read more
There’s a good chance that yesterday you were resting or celebrating – there’s something about a new year, isn’t it? 2day ( get the pun, it’s the 2nd day of the year), I hope that you are starting the year off with grit and grace. May you have the grit you need to accomplish your goals … Read more
Being in a country where you don’t know anyone truly makes you grateful for friends and family, those who make the world go round. Cheers to the people who bring joy (and a little sparkle) to our lives! Here’s to more laughter and love in 2024!! Happy New Year!
I hope you had a Merry Christmas, finding time to recharge and refresh with family and friends. Next one up: New Years! As for us? We’re doing this a bit differently this year (you may have noticed the pictures) We’re in Europe, taking our kids on their first international trip! London from Christmas and Paris … Read more
