What Training My Dog With Cesar Millan Taught Me
Recently I had the pleasure of training my new dog Jimmy with Cesar Millan at his Dog Psychology Center in Santa Clarita. He is labeled as a dog trainer but as
March 10, 2020
Are You Used To Life Being Hard?
I was planning a Bridal Shower with an acquaintance. Planning a party is easy to me. You decide what you want, delegate tasks, and then make sure there are enough
November 1, 2019
A Story About My Butt Washer + How My Husband Has Been A Good Influence
When I first met Pete, he gave me a ride home in his 1994 forest green Toyota pickup truck. On our 3rd date he said, “I know you’re a keeper
September 18, 2019
Why I Think It’s Important To Keep Your Word
My dad came to LA for a weekend vacation. He had just arrived and said, “I have to fly back to SF today because I forgot I promised my friend
August 21, 2019
The One Emotional Trait To Make Life Easier
Resilience: the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. My friend called me and said she felt hurt because her boss chose someone else to lead a project instead of
August 5, 2019
How I Bettered My Life With Personal Growth
Some people tell me they like my confidence. What they don’t see are the rampant thoughts that run through my head, the times I’m socially nervous, and the times I
May 12, 2019
It’s Time to Be the Biggest, Baddest Version of Yourself
When I lived in NYC after college I dated a professional chef. He worked at a popular restaurant in Tribeca and I loved going in to sit at the chef’s
April 8, 2019
The 5 Love Languages: A Book That Will Elevate All of Your Relationships
One of my favorite books is The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman. It’s basically about how people show and receive love differently, so whenever you get in a fight
March 22, 2019
Friendship Is Greater Than Romance: Love Your Friends In Good Times and Bad
I was at the movies with my husband for Valentine’s Day. We were watching the year’s Oscar-nominated animated shorts – something we do every year. Seated next to us were
March 4, 2019
5 Reasons I Enjoy Getting My Ass Kicked During Thai Massages
Once or twice per month I get a Thai massage. Tonight my husband and I walked in to our usual place for our appointment. Standing there were two massage therapists.
February 19, 2019