Each of us is given a blank canvas to paint as we please. How is your masterpiece coming along? I’m feeling hopeful, as I reflect on the brushstrokes of our youth, in my Monday motivation.

When was the last time you used your good china? How’s that novel coming along? Why haven’t you worn that new outfit yet? What are you waiting for? Let’s live it up today!

Today I’m sharing some inspiring words from an icon on true beauty. No makeup needed to apply this beauty tip. Just open your eyes and look deep inside to uncover the secret in our Monday motivation.

There’s power in the practice of gratitude. Meet one woman who says it was a game changer in her life. She was inspired to create a gratitude journal to help others and has even coined the phrase, “GratiTUESday.” Which is why we chose today, to share her story.

Time to flip that calendar and countdown to spring! A time for renewal. Recharge and reset. Ready for a Monday motivation? Let’s do this!

How can I be the blessing? This week I’ve been reflecting on that very question. I’ll share stories of how one simple act transformed someone’s day. Find out how you can be the blessing.

Everyone is missing hugs these days. Virtual hugs just aren’t the same. I think the idea of a heavenly hug is very comforting. I often think of my grandparents guiding me and giving me heavenly hugs. Find out how you can adopt a grandparent today!

We did it! Zabelicious Life didn’t happen over-night and I didn’t do it alone. Zabelicious has been a dream of mine for some time. My first journal entry about this wild idea goes back to 2015. Stories from my personal and travel diaries go back even further. I wanted to publish them. I wasn’t sure how it was even possible. Or, if anyone would even care to read them.

Virtual angels are everywhere. In fact, one flew to my inbox just the other day. This was no ordinary angel.

Living on a lake has always been a dream of mine. If I close my eyes, I can almost picture it. The sky blue waves crashing against the shore of our cozy lakeside cottage in Minnesota. Our family gathered around a crackling fire toasting S’mores after a full day boating.

Everyone has a story. What’s yours? I am a storyteller at heart and was born curious. At a young age, I walked around the house with a tape recorder interviewing family members. Later, I would share their stories in pretend newscasts, which paved the way for my early career in broadcast journalism.

Every day is filled with moments of choice. Lots of little things that can impact your life in a big way. How we respond is up to us.

My Garden of Friendship. Settling in after a move to a new state was a challenge until I opened my heart to the friendships that were being offered.

Take time to pause, reflect and start writing your story.