You Be You

You Be You

I have always loved the phrase “You Be You” because I love the self-acceptance behind those simple words.   Years ago, when I was a photographer, I almost named my business Be You Photography.  Today, I tried a new class at my local gym.  A friend had suggested it and...
Perfectionism and the Black Dress

Perfectionism and the Black Dress

Last weekend, I attended a black tie event with my husband to celebrate someone’s 50th wedding anniversary.  I knew it would be a special event and that many of the people there would make a list of the “Who’s Who in the Rich and Famous.”  I stared at my closet and...
Resolutions or Background Music?

Resolutions or Background Music?

I’ve never been one to set New Year’s resolutions.  I always found the process discouraging.  I typically had lofty goals that were too difficult to maintain over the course of a year.  My early lack of success with this pretty much killed my desire to make this an...
Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

It’s so difficult to achieve balance and to set boundaries for yourself when it comes to volunteering or feeling you are helping others out. This is especially true if you are a helper by nature. Trust me, I know this from personal experience. Years ago, when I worked...