Good Morning: What is Christmas Spirit, Anyway?

“He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree.” ~Roy L. Smith, (from Joy to the World, 2003; Hallmark Books)  Good morning!   While we check our light strings for working lights, and gather cookie-making … Continue reading

Good Morning: Capture the Magical Moments

“We don’t remember days, we remember moments.” ~Cesare Pavese   Good morning!   This is the time of year when we see moments more clearly, as we cherish the holiday season and our time with friends and family. Perhaps one of … Continue reading

Good Morning: Reflect on the Reason for the Season

“A Christmas candle is a lovely thing; it makes no noise at all, but softly gives itself away; while quite unselfish, it grows small.” ~Eva K. Logue   Good morning!   When my daughter was eight years old, she created a … Continue reading

Good Morning: Enjoy All Your Senses This Season

“Happy, happy Christmas, that can win us back to the delusions of our childhood days, recall to the old man the pleasures of his youth, and transport the traveler back to his own fireside and quiet home!” ~Charles Dickens Good … Continue reading

Good Morning: Do You Nurture Relationships?

“Don’t forget to salt the rice.” ~Artris Kelone Submitted by Good Morning reader Jadenda   Good morning!   Jadenda (what a cool name!) sent in this note with her Good Morning that I wanted to share with you.   This is … Continue reading

Good Morning: There Is No Such Thing As A “Long Day”

Me: “I’ve had a long day, Sammy.” My 10 year old: “Actually – all of your days are the same, Mother. It is just your perception that is changing.” Good morning! The other evening I came home from my office … Continue reading

Good Morning: Stop “Wasting” Time

“Time is free, but it’s priceless. You can’t own it, but you can use it. You can’t keep it, but you can spend it. Once you’ve lost it you can never get it back.” ~Harvey MacKay   Good morning!   Our … Continue reading

Good Morning: Value Your Family

“Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one.” ~ Jane Howard (1935-1996)   Good morning!   I think Jane Howard is trying to … Continue reading

Good Morning: Time is Your Most Precious Asset

 “Life is like riding in a taxi. Whether you are going anywhere or not, the meter keeps ticking.” ~John C. Maxwell   Good morning!  I was reading a little book on time management and the following statistics, presented by John … Continue reading