Fed up with the inundations of political battles and growing international panic over the coronavirus pandemic, I decided to end the week with something uplifting. I think a dose of frivolity is exactly what we need to help us stay balanced amid the realities that we are facing. When I think of things that help me to stay balanced, I focus on the benefits and fun of owning and loving a pet. A dear colleague sent me a link to a video of Kratu The Apathetic Dog for stealing the show (and the … [Read more...]
Life is Good: My New Companion and Upcoming Book Speaking Events
With the pending release of my new book Your Turn: Ways to Celebrate Life Through Storytelling (available Oct. 1), I wanted to preview upcoming speaking events I have scheduled in Texas and Illinois! On Friday, October 18, I will be visiting the Twig Bookstore at the Pearl Brewery in San Antonio. The presentation will also include remarks from my good friend, and author, Karen Keilt, who will discuss her incredible book, The Parrot’s Perch. Later in October, Karen and I will travel to the … [Read more...]
Ready to Meet a New Furry Friend
Ready to Meet a New Furry Friend Three years have passed since my wonderful dog Bella crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. She was truly a dear companion to me and will always live on in my heart. However, I’ve recently been contemplating the idea of dating and perhaps even committing to a new live-in companion. Yogi is currently my top choice, although at 35 (dog years) he’s quite a bit younger than me. I came across his profile recently and I think I may be in love. Single white male … [Read more...]
The Inspirational Power of Unlikely Friendships
When I was a teenager, a remarkable Disney film was released called The Incredible Journey. Filmed in Calgary, Canada, it tells the heartwarming story of a cat named Tao and two dogs named Bodger and Luath. When their family goes on vacation, they decide to leave the animals temporarily in the custody of a friend. The threesome quickly decide to take matters into their own “paws,” embarking on a harrowing 250-mile journey across the Canadian Rockies. They risk lives and limb, look out for … [Read more...]
