Category Archives: accomplishment

Slow and Steady…

Posted on June 11, 2019 by Beth F.

January 14th, 2019 I began a journey toward becoming a more fit and fabulous version of myself. This is a road I’ve traveled in the past, sometimes successfully and sometimes not so much. After seeing the ads for the “Noom” … Continue reading →

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I don’t want my kids to have an easy life.

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Beth F.

Before you say I am a mean and cruel mother, let me clarify.  I do not wish hardships upon my children, nor do I wish problems to befall them.  What I want for them, however, is not to come by … Continue reading →

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A Girl Who Can Climb 219 Steps to the top of a lighthouse can do anything!

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Beth F.

I remember reading a book in which the author talked about having a “can do” attitude.  She stated that by taking risks and doing something she wasn’t sure she could, she was able to adopt the mantra, “A girl who … Continue reading →

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Can “tidying up” REALLY change your life?????

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Beth F.

After reading countless reviews praising “the life-changing magic of tidying up, the Japanese art of decluttering and organizing” by Marie Kondo, I found my curiosity aroused to the point where I HAD to read this book.  On our recent anniversary … Continue reading →

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Accountability, or “Why I am a ‘mean’ Mom”

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Beth F.

Accountability breeds responsibility – Stephen Covey More and more lately, I see examples of the consequences of a lack of accountability in members of today’s society.  I am reminded of “The Little Red Hen”, a story I learned as a … Continue reading →

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My First Ever Award for my little blog – the Inspiring Blogger Award

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Beth F.

It is with great thanks to Lonnie, aka The Belmont Rooster that I accept my very first blogger award, the Inspiring Blogger Award! I am humbled and although I am not sure how “inspiring” I am, I hope that at least some … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Good Morning!

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Beth F.

This week’s WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge happens to be Good Morning!  Most mornings for me start out with me getting out of bed and turning my alarm off and then going about the usual morning activities; getting dressed, fixing my hair, doing … Continue reading →

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Reach your destination one step at a time!

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Beth F.

The vision must be followed by the venture.   It is not enough to stare up the steps-we must step up the stairs. – Vance Havner What an excellent bit of advice!  I think so often we know the steps … Continue reading →

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Daily Prompt: Learning

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Beth F.

Today’s WordPress Daily Prompt is as follows: Another school semester will soon begin. If you’re in school, are you looking forward to starting classes? If you’re out of school, what do you miss about it — or are you glad those … Continue reading →

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Word Press Weekly Writing Challenge: My life in 6 words

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Beth F.

My life thus far in 6 words:  Thought I could and I did! in response to the Word Press Weekly Writing Challenge found here: http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2013/07/29/reel-talk-writing-challenge/#more-32306 What would your 6 words be?

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Expect something good!

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Beth F.

It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief.  And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen. – Muhammad Ali On the first night of our San Diego vacation, we got to enjoy a game between … Continue reading →

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Enjoy the simpler things!

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Beth F.

One worthwhile task carried to a successful conclusion is worth half-a-hundred half-finished tasks. ~ Malcolm S. Forbes Sometimes we can get the greatest pleasure from the simplest things.   My yard and garden, small though they may be, offer me … Continue reading →

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