Why Bessie the Cow hangs in my office

Why Bessie the Cow hangs in my office

Counseling, Happiness

I have this amazing, very, large canvas of Bessie the Cow in my office, hanging on the wall over my grey leather IKEA therapy couch. I know,  Really.  Why would a therapist hang a canvas of a colorful cow in her office. Well, in all honesty, it’s because I just...
You Be You

You Be You

Counseling, Happiness, Self-esteem

I have always loved the phrase “You Be You” because I love the self-acceptance behind those simple words.   Years ago, when I was a photographer, I almost named my business Be You Photography.  Today, I tried a new class at my local gym.  A friend had suggested it and...
Living a good life

Living a good life

Counseling, Happiness, Self-care, Self-esteem, Teens

Today I met the most wonderful man working at a McDonalds about 3 hours south of Kansas City who had the best philosophy for how to live a good life.  My husband and I were south of Springfield attending the regional Color Guard Championships for our youngest child. ...