When I saw a writing conference onboard an Alaskan cruise I just had to go! Alaska was on my bucket list and the conference was lead by one of my favorite author, Cheryl Richardson.
Here are some photo highlights. Continue reading
I recently went on a whale-watching expedition while on an Alaskan cruise. We had seen one or two whales in the distance, blowing water high into the air, arching their backs just above water then diving with their tails flipping up as if to wave. Continue reading
“How do you feel about that?”
I was reviewing my week’s accomplishments on our weekly Friday call when, June, my accountability buddy, asked the question. Continue reading
Young lady or old woman?
It happened today. For the first time. I always knew it was coming but I guess you’re never prepared.
“Are you using your senior discount today,” the clerk at Kroger asked.
“No,” I said automatically. Then, “What’s the age for senior discount?” I wanted to know how old she thought I looked. Continue reading
People often ask me about how I use social media and whether it helps my business. I’m not an expert on the top but am certainly an enthusiast. Recently I was asked to participate on a panel for the network of Over 40 Females to discuss the topic. Here are some of the tips I shared. Continue reading
In the old days miners carried a yellow canary into the mines with them as a primitive early warning system.
Dangerous gases could form easily in the mine if something upset the balance of the underground air. The little birds had sensitive respiratory systems so if just a small amount of the colorless, odorless, tasteless but deadly gas was in the air a canary would stop singing, began to sway and fall off its perch and drop to the bottom of its cage. It was said that, “If the canary hits the deck, the miners hit the exits.” Continue reading
Myra and Marilynn
Today I honor the memory of my dear friend, mentor and confidant, Marilynn Mobley who passed away in September.
The first time I met Marilynn Mobley was at the local chapter of the National Speaker’s Association. Back in those days we called it GSA. Then we would pass around a microphone and everyone in attendance would introduce themselves briefly. We somehow managed it. Continue reading
June & Good Golly Miss Molly
For International Women’s History Month I’m saying “Thank You!” to women who have inspired, encouraged or helped me in some way.
Today I say, “Thank You” to my long-time friend, June Cline, CSP the Southern, Sassy, Harley-riding Humorist. Starting in the speaking business about the same time, we’ve encouraged and advised each other through lots of ups, downs and crazy adventures. We’ve cried together in valleys and celebrated together on mountaintops and laughed all along the way. What I admire most about June is that she says, “Yes!” and then figures out a way. Continue reading
In honor of Women’s History Month I’m saying, “Thank you!”. to some women who inspired me.
When I was just a kid I loved watching That Girl! Starring Marlo Thomas.
In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth I’m posting about women who inspired me.
Teresa and me. Way back in the day!
Teresa Miller (then Teresa Carey) was a student working part time when a conversation with her changed the trajectory of my life.
I’d graduated high school a couple years earlier and was working at the Chestatee Regional Library; happy to have an ‘office job’ rather than continuing to work at the cotton mill where I’d worked the summer after graduation. Teresa was a couple years younger and a student working part time.
“Why don’t you go to the junior college?” she asked. Continue reading
Enjoy Life and Do Good! 