In The News Today

GENEVA SUN Newspaper columnist, Paul Sullivan, did a feature article today about Mind-Body-Spirit.  If you don’t receive the publication, follow this link:  http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/genevasun/business/740600,2_6_2_TC16_DRSUE_S1.article

Artist

Creativity . . . it comes all all different forms.  Art, sculpture, dance, writing, magic. . .

This weekend, I was gifted with an artist’s rendering of my cat, Puck.  Drawn from a picture, it captured Puck’s personality and likeness.  Most of all, it was drawn by a young artist that I am sure you will be hearing more about.

 Artist Joseph Cannella (I call him “Joey”) – illustrator for the book, “Praying the Rosary” (see my prior blog about author Mary-Doyle Brodien at 3epress.com) – provided a moving portrait of my beloved Pet.

Okay, so I’m crazy about my cat who is filled with personality . . .nevertheless, this is one of the  most cherished gifts I have received.  Given to me by a friend who truly is more like a sister, created by a fabulous, bright, creative, and smart young man . . . what could be better.

 Before I sell Joe short by describing cat renderings, let me assure you – his scope of talent, the ability to work in a variety of mediums including oils, is breathtaking.   I have seen his portfolio.  Whether a cat, an oil, a person, an interpretation … he’s the one you want.

You can reach Joseph Cannella through his publisher at 3epress.com

Happy New Year

01/01/2008

Happy New Year !

I hope this new year brings all of you good health – first and foremost.  After that, all the rest of the blessings of a new year.

Resolutions – some people make them, some don’t.  I personally, do not.  However, I do take the time to review the year past and my hopes for the time ahead.

Most of my clients break resolutions – like changing so many other habits, maintaining the change is different.  Yes, the new year seems like a fresh start, a “do over”, a turning of the page.  My suggestion – let every day feel like that.  Instead of overwhelming ourselves with a monumental resolution, set a goal every day.  In the morning, take a minute while you are brushing your teeth or driving to work – whenever your “think time” is .  Just ask yourself, “what do I want to do today that is consistent with where I want to be.  What CAN I do today – if anything”?

Some days, we do the best that we can  – one of my favorite quotes: “life is happens while you are planning”.  So, start fresh tomorrow – it’s a new day. 

Health

I had been calling a friend who relocated from the area last year.  It was unlike her, but I had not heard back.  Just last week I received an Email – explaining that she had been hit by a drunk driver.  Apparently, a young woman crossed the highway and drove directly into her car.  Her husband sufferred a sprained ankel. My friend, two broken legs, a broken vertebrae,  broken ribs . . . . much time to mend, much rehab, continued physical therapy.  She is just now able to place weight on her legs.

Emotional pain – anger, hurt disbelief, anger – - physical pain, a loss of independence, and uncertainly about future functioning.  Her attitude – rock on!  Positive,  hopeful, determined . . .she is an inspiration.

Life can change in a moment.  When it does, we dig deep to find strength we didn’t know was there. 

Family

01/10/2008

Some of you know that I am a twin .  People ask, “do you look alike”? My response, “Gosh, I hope not. He has blonde hair, blue eyes and a beard”!

Yes, I am a fraternal twin.  I taunted my brother all during grade school about having, “A younger brother”. Yes, by 26 minutes.  He was always a very good sport about it.

Our lives have taken us in separate directions.  He is a kind, bright and funny human being.  I find myself grateful for the internet and the technology that allows us to stay in touch.

Don’t be hesitant to Email or send E-cards.  Some people say it feels “impersonal”. I say, “thank goodness we can stay connected”.