To Do Lists & Open Books

To Do Lists & Open Books

I love to open a book — a good one, still not used to reading my iPad — the sharp edges pressing into my hands, not being able to read in the sunshine. But open a book, and I think I smell the ink, and the worn wood crushed to make the paper offered up to me and other...
Celebrate International Day of Happiness

Celebrate International Day of Happiness

Friday, March 20, 2015 is the third annual International Day of Happiness as declared by the United Nations.  It was inspired by the leaders of Bhutan who believe that the spiritual well being of citizens and communities is given as much importance as their material...
Be Happy-Find Your Group

Be Happy-Find Your Group

A very simple way to be happy is to join a group of like-minded people. If you are a member of a church, it’s usually easy to find fellowship. If not,  you may have to search for the group that you feel a kinship with.  You could join Rotary Club in your...
Top Ten Lists

Top Ten Lists

My friend, Rae Bird, taught women’s writing groups for many years before she moved away. She’s still teaching, but not in Iowa right now.  We all loved meeting together so much that we continued on even though we miss her creative leadership. She suggested...