Lisa 
Embracing Imperfection: The Journey of Striving for Excellence and Embracing Mistakes. In a world that often demands flawless performances and impeccable outcomes, the pursuit of perfection has become a ubiquitous goal. From our professional lives to personal endeavors, the pressure to be faultless can be overwhelming. However, the truth is no one is perfect, and … Read more
There is one constant in life, and that is change. We are constantly evolving as human beings. Our experiences, perspectives, and priorities shift over time, impacting every facet of our lives, including our relationships. As we grow and transform, so do our connections with others. I wanted to discuss how change influences relationships and the … Read more
I was young, strong-willed, and had a vision. I grew up being my mom’s mom, or that’s what I felt like, and I wanted to get out, do my own thing, and have my own family. From an early age, I knew I wanted a husband and kids in that order. I could envision my … Read more
Do you wake up and dread going to work? Do you feel sick on Sunday thinking about Monday? Do you count down the days until the weekend is here, then spend the weekend trying not to think about Monday? If you answered yes to these questions, you may need to be in a different career. … Read more
In loving memory of Rick “Wigs” Ludwig, a man I called my friend, student, and teacher. No one is ever truly prepared when a friend, family member, or pet passes. I am a realist and know people age, get sick, and accidents happen. The shock of their passing and the loss you feel takes your … Read more
Family dynamics are a touchy subject for many and one that most people try to hide. Some people consider the family a secret society, and what happens within the family unit must remain a secret. If you let the outside world know what has transpired, you are breaking a family code. Someone might chastise you … Read more
A friend asked me the other day if my expectations were too high. I had commented that my time was valuable, and when people promised to meet me at a specific time and failed to keep their commitment, it would frustrate me. Usually, I would allow this behavior to happen a couple of times as … Read more
“Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.” Benjamin Franklin. “Dreams don’t work unless you take action,” Roy T. Bennett “You don’t have to be great to start, but you do have to start to be great.” Zig Ziglar “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” Tony Robbins “Action is … Read more
I am part of five generations which is extremely rare from what I hear. The real reason we are five generations strong is that my family has good genes. My grandparents and parents have always been active and healthy; this lifestyle is in my DNA and my children’s. My paternal grandmother will turn 100 years … Read more
In the past few months, I have gone through some life-changing events. When things go well, it’s easy to be upbeat and grateful. Life is pleasant; spirits are high. But all it takes is one misstep, and things suddenly come crashing down. You begin to question everything and start doubting yourself and everything around you. … Read more