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...
Living a good life

Living a good life

Today I met the most wonderful man working at a McDonalds about 3 hours south of Kansas City who had the best philosophy for how to live a good life.  My husband and I were south of Springfield attending the regional Color Guard Championships for our youngest child. ...
Private School IQ Testing

Private School IQ Testing

Sometimes, private schools require IQ testing for admission.  Usually, private schools provide parents with a list of qualified psychologists or psychotherapists that are licensed to provide IQ testing, but sometimes, they don’t and it’s up to parents to find someone...
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...
IQ testing in a private practice setting

IQ testing in a private practice setting

IQ testing in a private practice setting Why would parents want to spend money to have their child’s IQ tested in a private practice setting versus at their public school?  As a parent, I can relate to all of the feelings parents go through when they have their...
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...