Category: Things I Have to Have

Spelled with an “e”, for envelope! Do you get a special feeling when you receive a handwritten letter or note? Like you matter? There’s no comparison, right? So much better than a text, email or phone message. No one can predict if this mode of communication will withstand the test of time, but I certainly hope… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: Stationery

You don’t need to be spiritual or religious to have a “church”. Think of your church as a place where you seek to be as often as possible. Where you can get centered, grounded and peaceful. A place where you can be mindful, introspective, and connected to your authentic self. Where you can commune with God, or a higher being, if that’s… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: My Church

Even better in metallic! I wear them year round.Around the house in winter.EVERYWHERE in summer!They go with EVERYTHING!They’re easy to pack.They’re inexpensive.They’re comfortable.They don’t make tan lines. They are something I have to have!That’s all! Click reply and tell me what sandals you prefer in summer!

Was it my imagination, or were digital calendars NOT that easy at first? There seemed to be too many steps, too many clicks, too much room for error. For me, writing it down with a pen in my book was faster, let alone the satisfaction of marking it off as complete. I rationalized it, never… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: Google Calendar

Not a bad word (hehe), peonies are perennial flowering plants that bloom in late spring. And in my humble opinion, they are one of God’s greatest creations! Their arrival is a signal we are IN spring, my favorite season! And heading into summer, which I absolutely love too! I savor these warmer months, for the… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: Peonies!

”Let’s put a ribbon on that!”…it’s the little things. Sounds silly, but over 25 years ago I ordered a bunch of ribbon online, different widths, and in the best colors! I tell you, this was, and still is, the most beautiful silk ribbon I have ever had! It cost me a small fortune back then (relatively speaking),… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: Ribbon!

Not just for music! Who knew? A friend recently asked me what song I was playing and I told her to “shazam it”. Well, she had no idea what I was talking about! That’s when I knew I had to share about the Shazam app. This is for all who don’t know about it, and for all who don’t… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: The Shazam app

#anticipation Technically we are in spring. BUT, to me, we are in the “anticipation of spring” season. On the precipice. RIGHT NOW! The days where all things are transitioning rapidly from bleak to BEAUTIFUL! The fickle weather confusing us, and the earth, to know just how far to emerge each day from our cocoonish mindsets and modes of hibernation. Doesn’t… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: The Anticipation of Spring

“I should time myself doing this.” Timing things I do helps me BE FULLY PRESENT.  Allowing for no distractions, no aimlessness, no getting side-tracked, no wondering where the time went. While it might sound kind of rigid, maybe even robotic, it forces me to be singularly devoted to what I’m doing. When time is up, I truly move on. Knowing… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: iPhone Timer App

Hockey is the greatest spectator sport! YES, I said that! Do you agree? Due to its unique combination of speed, skill, physicality, and strategy, along with an electrifying atmosphere, how can you disagree? High intensity sports competition is hard enough. Now put it ON ICE! Some of the BEST games have been played recently by The New… Continue reading Things I Have to Have: The New York Rangers!