Holidays
As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to share my gratitude for the important relationships in my life–family and friends. A circle of people around me who support, encourage, and understand me improves my outlook and makes life more enjoyable. So, as we gather together to enjoy good food and a day off work, I am reminded…
This weekend is a time to reflect on sacrifices and miracles. However, you spend your weekend, I wish you rest, peace, and encouragement for the journey! Happy Easter! Dr. Andy Brown
Welcome to 2023! The new year is just a little over a week old. How are you tending to the habits you desired to create this year? Please welcome my colleague, Lindsey Bass, as a guest blogger. Over the next few posts, she will share thoughts gleaned from the book Atomic Habits by James Clear.…
This holiday season has me pondering the word “joy.” As a child, I thought joy was that final bell to release me from school as the Christmas break started. I also thought joy was knowing a brightly wrapped package under the tree had my name on it! Recalling Christmases of my youth helps me to…
Happy New Year! Welcome to the start of a brand-new year! I love the blank slate a new year brings, a fresh start. And this year is no exception, now more than ever we need a sense of a fresh start. 2022 has the promise of so many good things for all of us! No…
The holiday season is filled with so many delights for the senses! Baking involves smell, taste, and touch and becomes a gateway to store powerful, positive memories. Guest blogger, Justina Wong, provides a personal insight on the power of baking. Please welcome her voice to our blog. The one part of the holiday season I…
The Christian church traditionally celebrates All Saints’ Day on November 1st. The day is set aside for remembering and honoring loved ones who have passed in the previous year. Some cultures, such as Mexico, go further and make the celebration festive as Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, offers a celebration of…
We are officially in the autumn season! School is well underway. Routines of work and life have resumed after the relaxed schedule of summer break. The cooler temperatures and changing seasons make me reflect on more than pumpkin spice lattes and apple cider. Autumn brings with it vibrant color in the natural world, warm and…
This time last year we reflected on freedom in a slightly cautious, careful manner while navigating various levels of restrictions. Twelve months later the tune has changed. Many of us, me included, have experienced a greater understanding and appreciation of the word “Freedom.” This year as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, let’s think of…