Fire rages through my mind Into the deepest part of my soul and body Waking me up from troubling dreams I feel nothing, yet everything, as the fire burns How can I hide from it, something only I can feel? Fire rages on – Burning deep into my cells Killing everything in its path I […]
Facing the Child Within – Poem by Kim Snyder
The child within me cries, Fearful, scared I try to reach out to her Just to tell her everything will be ok The child within me cries, Feeling the weight of the world She sits in the back of my mind She hides in the pit of my stomach She runs within my legs Where […]
25 Things to Consider Before Saying “I Do” Updated for 2023
With the high cost of weddings today, and the even higher cost of divorce, sometimes not thinking about the marriage through all the way is the worst thing you can do. It can be heartbreaking if the bride or groom gets cold feet and calls off the wedding, but is doing so such a bad […]
Setting New Goals for Your Happiness as You Age
When you’re young, setting goals was simple, your goal is often to graduate college, find a well-paying career, get into a committed relationship, buy a house and start a family. Along this road, the young hope for financial stability, recognition and happiness. For some young people, they want a life of adventure with no ties. […]
It’s All In Your Head— Or Why Your Attitude Matters
After spending time on the phone today with a family member, I really could see they were having a really tough time. But I could also see that their mind was set on a whole lot of negative ideas that were just not helping them. Your mindset can truly make or break you. This is […]
After The Storm – Poem by Kim Snyder
Trapped behind doors of glass and steel Windows boarded up Waiting Sharing our lives behind screens of glass Phones flashing Showing lives we want the world to see, The need to share, overwhelming Yet Behind all that glitz and glamour, We wait Trapped in our own minds Smiles that never reach our eyes Trapped by […]
Changing Your Skincare Regimen as You Age
As we age, lots of things change, starting with our skin. Growing older doesn’t mean you have to be plagued with wrinkles, age spots and dry skin. By taking the time to alter your skincare regimen a bit can make all the difference in keeping your skin healthy and youthful. First off, if you are […]
It’s Okay To Say No
You may have heard the saying, “‘No. It is a complete sentence.” If not, it’s definitely something you should keep in mind for your daily life. While you don’t necessarily want to say no all the time, it’s important to know that you CAN when you need to. It can be easy to fall into […]
Reading is Good For Your Well-Being
When was the last time you picked up a book? A real book, you know the kind, the ones you can buy at any book store, in fact. Most stores have a small book area. Personally have been reading since I was a small child, I am from the time when there wasn’t a TV […]
A Case For A Simple Christmas
Have you thought about simplifying Christmas? What I mean is to have a holiday season without the stress, without going all out on decorations, events, and gifts. Consider celebrating a much simpler Christmas this year. By scaling back and focusing on the more spiritual side of this holiday, you just might find more joy this […]