Recent Comments
Monthly Archives: January 2014
Day 21: Celebrate National Hug Day
I enjoy hugging people, although this wasn’t always true. There was a time when I’d back up a step if someone moved toward me, arms outstretched. As a young adult, I learned to allow hugs, and then to appreciate them, … Continue reading
Day 20: Lunch at the New El Vaquero
When the May 22, 2011 tornado churned through Joplin, thousands of homes and businesses were destroyed. El Vaquero, then located at 21st and S. Main Street, was one of the restaurants obliterated. It has taken time for my community to recover … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged El Vaquero, May 2011 Joplin tornado, overcoming the storm, welcome back, year of firsts
Leave a comment
Day 19: Pay for the Starbucks Order in the Car Behind Me
This was a simple and yet fun first to do. And it was a great way to finish the Pay It Forward Weekend. After showing property this afternoon, I swung through the drive through of a local Starbucks. The time … Continue reading
Day 18: An Evening With Theresa Caputo
Today’s first was exciting for me. I attended an event in Tulsa, Ok featuring Theresa Caputo, otherwise known as The Long Island Medium. Theresa is engaging. She’s petite and wears extremely high heels with lots of bling. Her sense of … Continue reading
Day 17: Random Notes of Encouragement
This weekend, beginning today at noon, is the 2nd Annual Pay it Forward Weekend, as promoted by a Facebook group on that social media site. This event fits wonderfully with my desire to experience a first every day, and I … Continue reading
Posted in Year of Firsts
Tagged Dayan, going beyond, pay it forward, random acts of kindess, year of firsts
Leave a comment
Day 16: Sun Asanas
I am not a get up before sunrise person. I am more of an awaken slowly and gently enter the day woman. Once my eyes are open and my feet are firmly on the floor, I have a ritual that … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Day 15: Give Sincere Compliments Day
My grandson, Dayan, is amazing at seeing the best in others and giving them sincere compliments. I’ve been watching him make people smile and melt hearts since he was old enough to talk. Today’s first, giving sincere compliments to as … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged compliments, Dayan, inspiration, sincere compliments, year of firsts
2 Comments
Day 14: Buy a Chia Pet
Today’s first was all about fun! I bought a Hello Kitty Chia Pet. Chia pets were first produced in 1977. At that time, at age 19, I considered myself too old to purchase one, although the child in me surely wanted … Continue reading
Day 13: Rev Up Class with Marc King
Today’s first was a Keller Williams sponsored business class, led by Marc King, from Branson MO. Marc is an operating principal of the Branson and Fayetteville AR market centers and a coach with Keller Williams International. I’ve attended classes with … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Big Why, business, Ignite class, life journey, year of firsts
Leave a comment
Day 12: Back to Back Movies at the Theater
Movies have been such an important part of my life. They speak to me, deeply, of life and the journeys we all must take. Some captivate me and I watch them over and over…and over, until I’ve taken in all … Continue reading
Going Beyond 