One of Walt Disney’s most famous quotes is hanging on a plaque inside my home. It’s the essence of having a dream. “If you can dream it, you can do it.” Walt Disney inspired us to dream big. He talked a lot about having dreams and being courageous enough to pursue them. “All our dreams … Continue reading
Seems like a strange comparison to have life lessons learned from a Disney movie. As a kid, I watched the movie, “Chitty, Chitty, Bang, Bang” featuring Dick Van Dyke, many, many times. It’s one of my favorites. As a parent, I watched it with my children, then again with my grandchildren. I still know most of the songs. … Continue reading
It’s national Read a Book Day today as millions of kids head back to school. Have you read any good books lately? There is a Chinese proverb that says, “A book is like a garden carried in the pocket.” For there lies the wisdom. Imagine a garden full of growth, filled with beauty and fragrance. … Continue reading
It appeared to me one night, crystal clear as a light bulb shines in the darkness. I was keenly aware of my nervousness. I wasn’t sure the silence would stop everything. I didn’t think it would cause harm but the silence was death to my ears. Unspoken bridal thoughts of dreams I envisioned were slipping … Continue reading
We have a choice. Living is not living until you acquire compassion. We can act kindly toward one another or we can act foolishly. Kindness defined is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate such as in a kind act. It may require a little sacrifice but humility goes a long way. We all … Continue reading
The Wizard of Oz is one of the best classical movies of all time; a story rich with symbolism, and carries with it all the elements of battle between good and evil. Dorothy yearns for a new life. A place beyond the rainbow where she will be free from worries; a beautiful land where dreams … Continue reading
Imagination is what takes your breath away. When you have a moment of inspiration that calls out to you, “I am here, watch me work.” I love imagination like that. An idea is formed in your mind and working out the possibilities is endless. Stretching your creativity to new heights allows intuition to run wild. … Continue reading