Stress can take a significant toll on physical, emotional, and mental health. Divorce, in particular, is one of life’s most challenging and stressful experiences. If you’re navigating this difficult time, finding effective ways to reduce stress is crucial. Here is one way to relieve stress… Need Stress Relief? Try Spending Time in The Sun! I…
Author: Kathiey V
Travel NC-Museum Park at NCMA in Raleigh NC
Museum Park a the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh NC. Whenever I drive past the NCMA in Raleigh, I can spot several sculptures from the road. I figured it was about time I explored The Museum Park up close. Quote from the NCMA website… “The Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park connects art,…
Journal Prompt: Do You Believe In Karma?
Journal Prompt Do You Believe In Karma? First off, what is karma? I found this definition of karma in an online dictionary. Karma is “destiny or fate, following as effect from cause.” Another meaning in the Cambridge Dictionary is “a situation in which things happen to someone as a result of their previous actions, or the force…
Taste of June: Breakfast to Dessert Recipes Plus a Special Drink
I love experimenting with new recipes, but if I don’t take the time to make a list—whether it’s new dishes to try or old favorites to revisit—I tend to let those delicious ideas slip by. So, this June, I’ve decided to create a list of recipes and commit to trying them all. Let the culinary…
Inspirational Quote-Don’t Wait For Opportunities, Get Up and Make Them
I really love this quote by Madam C. J. Walker, and it rings true not just for those of us facing divorce, but for anyone navigating life’s challenges. Divorce can turn your world upside down, leaving you uncertain about the next step. It’s natural to want to withdraw and wait for change to come, but…
Let’s Have Some Summer Fun! A Few Things to do in North Carolina For June 2025
I am always looking for fun things to do in the area. I decided to take it further and see what events occur in North Carolina in a specific month. Let’s look at a few things you may enjoy in June 2025 in NC. I live in the Raleigh/Durham area, so I looked for…
Recipe Review-Creamy Bacon Spinach Quiche
I made the most delicious Quiche the other day. It is called Creamy Bacon Spinach Quiche, and I found it on a site called The Food Charlatan. It rates high on my cooking scale, and I will definitely make it again. I read over the recipe, and I gathered my ingredients… Some of the cheeses…
Inspirational Quote-Don’t Let Others Destroy Your Inner Peace byt Dalai Lama
A Quote by the Dalai Lama… “Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.” Dalai Lama Another way to phrase this is not to let someone else steal our peace of mind. We’ve all faced moments when words or actions leave us shaken, making it hard to move forward without carrying some…
Tell Your Story Through Journaling-What is One of The Scariest Things You Have Ever Done?
Tell Your Story Through Journal Prompts Life often pulls families apart and keeps people from truly knowing our story. Journaling offers a vibrant, uplifting way to share who you really are—your experiences, your dreams, your voice. This series is all about inspiring you to tell your story with confidence, so that your story is prepared…
Travel-The Fine Art of Dining Alone: Your Guide to Enjoying Meals Alone
For many newly single people, eating out alone can feel a bit intimidating or uncomfortable. Over the years since my divorce, I’ve often taken myself out to restaurants and learned to enjoy the experience. Let’s explore some helpful tips to make dining solo a confident, enjoyable adventure. Dining alone is a meaningful act of self-care….