Everyone is in search of happines. Today I watched a video of Steve Harvey interviewing TD Jakes, who was sharing the five steps that will allow anyone to find happiness. Even though I consider myself a happy person, I, like everyone else in the world, am in search of happiness. Photo Source: Steve Harvey Show via Pinterest 1. Own your own happiness. 2. Challenge your own story. 3. Enjoy the journey, not the destination. 4. Make relationships count. 5. Balance work with play. You can read about each step in more detail at Empowering Everyday Women, and there is also […]
Do You Have a Case of the Mondays?
At one time or another, everyone has had a case of the Mondays. We hit the snooze button until the very last minute. We trudge to the bathroom, brush our teeth, get dressed, and head off to work with a dark cloud hanging over our heads all because the weekend is over and we have to return to the monotany that is our jobs. Photo Source: The Berry via Pinterest Does this sound like you? My co-workers think I wake up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, and to some extent, I do. But I also have those moments where I’d love […]
Pink is the New Black
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Photo Source: Etsy via Pinterest I work with a general surgeon who sees a lot of patients every day. Some have simple issues like a gallbladder problem or a hernia, but he also specializes in treating patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. If you really think about it, you know at least one person in your life that has been affected by breast cancer. For me, it was my grandmother, Dorothy Lashlee (she passed away in April 2014), my aunt Barbara Howard (she passed away in January 2013), and my aunt […]
25 Random Facts About Me – Part 2
In August, I shared 25 random fact about myself. If you missed the first installment, you can check it out here. I had such a good time with that blog post that I thought I’d share 25 more random facts about myself. So here they are… 1. I have started several screenplays, but have only finished one. 2. I am a Facebook friend with Derek Hass, one half of the dynamic duo who developed the NBC hits Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. 3. I really only joined Twitter to promote my blog (@vannadee37). I rarely peruse Twitter, but I appreciate […]
Celebrating Fathers Everywhere
Those of us lucky enough to have a father in our lives are blessed, and with Father’s Day on Sunday, June 21st, it’s time to celebrate fathers everywhere! My father doesn’s ask for much, but I love to bake him a special cake and show him how much I love and appreciate him by making him something from the heart! For instance, check out this cute, and easy-to-make Father’s Day cake (We Like to Learn as We Go) and this DIY Scrabble picture frame (Folksy). And if you’re need ideas for quick and easy gifts, or DIY gift ideas, Lil […]