Quotes to uplift

I hope some of these quotes will lift your spirits when you are down. We all get down sometimes, so it’s OK if you need a pick me up from time to time. Also, I added a playlist specifically for this post that includes songs about joy, happiness, and love. It’s Mental Health Awareness Month […]

Sun at its Zenith

In a month that discusses Mental Health Awareness, there is nothing better than to spread some Joy. So, here is a poem I wrote about things that connect to joy. Tip-toed through hardy pampas grass in Kentucky with wine and revelry kicked up to a mountain high laughs, full of sunflower seeds the bright of […]

Make Your Mental Health A Priority

Sharing a list of mental health tips that I have researched and learned in the past two years. I hope this helps some of you. Write a gratitude list. Writing down all the family members/friends/jobs that you are grateful for helps keep a lot in perspective. Practice meditation/prayer Take a walk outside. Around your block. […]

Sonia Sanchez – Super Poet!

She is one of the reasons I love haiku! Sonia Sanchez has always been one of my absolute favorite poets. I discovered her work as a teenager. I loved her take on how the world was changing in the 1960s and 1970s in the US. Sonia’s work discussed prejudices and women’s rights. Those were topics […]

Chapter 12 – Moving Forward with Song

Hey All! This is my final post promoting my first book. I wanted to conclude with one of the song lists that was in the back of the book. In Chapter 12, I have a few Top 25 song lists for anyone to listen to depending on their mood. I am adding the “Feeling Powerful” […]

Unicorn Says Series IV

Welcome to the Unicorn Says Series. This month I will share some excerpts from my nonfiction book titled Just A Unicorn. The book was self-published in 2018. It was a passion project that started in 2016. I wrote the book to encourage, educate, and empower. My book can be found on Amazon.com or be purchased […]

Unicorn Says Series III

Unicorn Says Series II

I’m Red All Over!

It’s Game Night Time! Have you hosted or participated in a game night? It can be so much fun with friends, family, or coworkers. I have some ideas for a fun time. Game Nights are best with 4-8 people so think about who you want to invite. Please make sure to invite those you think […]

SPREAD LOVE

Spreading love is easy. All you have to do is write kind notes to people. Give hugs. It really is that simple. Spread LOVE. Say nice things to people. Give friendly notes to coworkers. Tell your parents you appreciae them. Call your friends for a good laugh. Donate. I live in Louisville, KY. In December […]