A huge happy summertime hello! Living a life of joy does not happen by accident… It requires healing old wounds, focused intention, and choosing a mindful life path. Let's talk about July! I like to think of Independence Day (4th of July) as New Year's Eve for the second half of the year. As we reach the halfway point of the year, there is no better time to make a beautiful opportunity for yourself. Set aside some time alone... pause, reflect, and reconnect with the intent

Oh My Goodness! What the actual hell? Well, if you've been following the news, Central Texas has made big headlines for the second year in a row during July. Massive and unprecedented floods have hit the Texas Hill Country once again. And it's been a whirlwind few days... Just barely a couple of weeks back, we remembered and honored the tragic loss of life of 139 people one year ago here in Texas. Historic flooding on July 4, 2025, resulted in deep tragedy and heartbreak. A

A Musical Tribute to "El Maestro" Ever had a colonoscopy? Me neither. Up until about 72 hours ago, that is... Apparently, when you reach a certain age, THIS is what you are supposed to do. But... Butt (ahem!)... You thought this was a tribute? Regardless of being a perfectly healthy 50-something-year-old woman, the protocol is the same. Turn fifty-something and your doctor wants to take a peek inside. Deep, deep inside. (T.M.I.?) But first, a little background on why I actu

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