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How Are You Shining Your Light in the World?
By Evelyn On August 15, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Personal Development, Spirituality, Uncategorized
For the past few weeks I have been seeing commercials for a jewelry designer called Alex and Ani. They make charm bracelets, necklaces and earrings. They were advertising a lot during the Olympics because they sell Olympic-themed charms. What caught my eye about these commercials was first the very peaceful, positive vibe I got from [...]
I Want to Meet You—Yes, YOU!
By Evelyn On August 1, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Challenges, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Uncategorized
As I continue to make the transition into full-time coaching, I have found that I must reach out to a whole new audience and really expand my reach. Towards that goal, I am inviting the people in my networks to connect with me so that we can have some real conversations—either on the [...]
Acknowledge Your Awesomeness
By Evelyn On July 10, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Personal Development
Last night I hosted my first online workshop. It was a tele-class on Journaling as a Spiritual Practice, and last night was the first of four classes that I will be leading over the course of the next two weeks. I’m so thrilled to have that first session under my belt. This is the [...]
Learning to Cultivate the Feminine Art of Receptivity
By Evelyn On July 9, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Spirituality
Each of has our own unique mix of feminine and masculine energy, which has nothing to do with our gender. A man can be feminine and a woman can be masculine. Like the Chinese concept of yin and yang, the yin is the receptive, flowing, organic aspect and the yang is the strong, [...]
30 Days of Peace: A Personal Challenge
By Evelyn On May 15, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Personal Development, Spirituality, Uncategorized
As a single mom who is raising three daughters my life can be challenging at times, but mostly it’s a joy. I have successfully raised one child. She has graduated from college, moved out and has two jobs. Because my girls are spaced so many years apart, the two younger girls [...]
In 2006 I proudly completed the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) challenge, which entails writing a 50,000 word novel in the 30 days of the month of November. So, I’ve been holding on to this uncompleted novel-in-progress for the past almost six years now. I read it out loud to my man over the course [...]
Sending My Love: Celebrating the Spirit of Giving and Receiving
By Evelyn On December 20, 2011 · Leave a Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Personal Development, Spirituality
“For it is in giving that we receive.” –St. Francis of Assissi
I have a dear friend who is sick in the hospital and will, most likely, remain there through the holidays. I will not be able to see her in person, but we’ve talked on the phone, and [...]
10 Questions to End 2011 on Purpose
By Evelyn On December 12, 2011 · Leave a Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Personal Development, Spirituality, Uncategorized
This morning I got up and baked some raisin scones in my new kitchen and I felt overcome by a feeling of gratitude. I’m loving my new life, and as I reflect back on the past yea bb&t ach department
r and all of the changes it has brought I am [...]
e-Reader Fans Can Now Share and Discuss Their Highlighted Passages
By Evelyn On October 26, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Observations, Writing
I have sheepishply become quite a Kindle ebook addict. While I still love the feel of holding a traditional book in my hands, I have found that almost all of the books that I have purchased this year have been on my Kindle iPhone app. I can read them on my found moments [...]
Embracing Contentment Yet Still Striving Towards My Dreams
By Evelyn On October 21, 2011 · Leave a Comment · In Daily Ramblings, General Information, Life Lessons, Observations, Personal Development, Spirituality
Man’s happiness really lies in contentment.–Mohandas Gandhi
When you live in a culture of conspicuous consumption contentment can be an elusive thing. But this morning when I awakened, washed my face, got dressed and tied my walking shoes for my pre-dawn power walk I was filled with contentment. I am a woman [...]
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