Monthly Archives: March 2010
Life is too Short to Be in a Hurry
Here’s a letter written by Jodi. I found this note on 3/31/01 – tucked in my running shoe on the eve of my second marathon. And saved it – neither one of us knew our future for the next 45 months. … Continue reading
“Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we’re here we should dance.”
“Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we’re here we should dance.” — Unknown A reader sent me this quote. I’m curious what do you do when life knocks you down? I believe Jodi would say, “it’s time … Continue reading
Why Is Having Fun a Challenge?
Dear Jodi, Why, I often wonder, is it so hard to know what I find fun? I think it’s simply easier to “be myself” but it’s a constant challenge to have fun. I know many people have difficulty identifying what they like to do, for … Continue reading
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A Hero Travels the Hero’s Journey
Dear Jodi, Throughout the years, I have been blessed with wonderful friends. MJ is one who shares “loss” – our daughters. She’s a talented writer and sent me HERO – I want to share it with you, my hero. “A hero travels the … Continue reading
“May you live every day of your life.”
“May you live every day of your life.” — Jonathan Swift Have you started living every day of your life? I’m now reading Eugene O’Kelly’s memoir, Chasing Daylight. His message is beautiful – “seize the day.” Please share your “carpe diem” experience with … Continue reading
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How Do You Define Luck?
Dear Jodi, On this St. Patrick’s Day, does feeling lucky increase our level of happiness? Is our luck defined by experiencing more good fortunes in life than misfortunes? And why are some of us more luckier than others? This got me thinking about … Continue reading
Happiness is the Treasure of Friends
Dear Jodi, We’re so grateful to have your friends, Katie and Anna in our lives. Your brother is out with them tonight – and my heart is so happy. I know they love being all together – because you are ever-present in … Continue reading
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“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” – Gandhi This quote serves as a reminder – that our happiness is splendidly linked to what we choose. During the early days of Jodi’s diagnosis, I … Continue reading
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Happiness is a State of Being
Dear Jodi, Today is Grandmom’s birthday. I’ve been thinking about what really makes her happy. And I realized, external things do not make her happy, but rather her happiness comes from her own happy state of “Being Evelyn.” Your Grandmother makes herself happy because she … Continue reading
Your Work is to Discover Your World & then With All Your Heart Give
“Your work is to discover your world and then with all your heart give yourself to it. “ – Buddha What I know for sure is – Jodi discovered her world at The Hill and gave herself to her school community. … Continue reading
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