Life is precious, life is fleeting. Make the most of your moments while you’re here ~ Karletta MarieI was called to take a detour through the cemetery this morning. An old man, grey hair sprouting from under his cap sits in silence staring at a grave in front of him. I wonder who it is […]
Beautiful piece about emerging from difficult times into a place of peace, courage, light and hope.
“Discovering Happiness is a place to shine light on the little things: like the connections we make … the peace found in nature, the special moments – like my precious memory of George, who inspired my curiosity to explore the world.”I was fascinated with his big eyes, and greenish skin. As a child I would […]
Beautiful story about renewing hope after great loss.
Brené Brown says, “There is nothing more vulnerable than creativity. Be inspired by those who are bravely vulnerable to share their creativity with others …She raised her hands above her head, she thrust her bosom forward, a stamp on the ground then a swirl around … I watched that Macedonian woman dance free. I didn’t understand […]
Determined to fulfill her life-long dream to shine in the spotlight, Mara quits her job and runs away with the circus, where she learns the ultimate lesson in vulnerability Secretly I always wanted to be on stage and shine in the spotlight. When I was twenty-six years old, I quit my security job in Switzerland, to run […]
Short, meaningful story about Happiness. Taking a walk on a New Orleans street, Krista ponders on Happiness. How can you be happy when not all in the world is right?My husband and I walked along a noisy New Orleans street, glasses steaming up from the humidity, our bellies full from an amazing meal.We felt happy. […]
Short story about discovering what true beauty really means … JOIN The scent of nail varnish, L’Oreal shampoo and hair dye settle in my nostrils. The mirror clad walls reflect soft down-lights on ivory coloured tiles, and I hear Mariah Carey’s, “I don’t wanna cry” playing in the background. I’m draped in an unflattering […]
Adam thinks it’s too late to start over. He fears losing his security. But with a gentle prompt from his girlfriend, he discovers that his fears hold the key to unlock his freedom… the key to creating a meaningful life. You’re never too old to take a leap into […]
Photograph by Bruno NascimentoA mother and a son take a walk. “Is this the last time?” Jenny wondered when her son slips her hand in his. This story is a special reminder to appreciate the special moments.Yesterday I went for a walk along the beach with Benj. He’s nine and a half. Holding hands has […]
Inspiring Life Lesson in just 30 Seconds …
A fun & thoughtful story about mother-daughter relationships… “Our fiery fight started in the heart of London. It was an argument that would end all our arguments, and yet you wouldn’t believe what it started over… Have you ever had a fight with someone you love? The kind of fight that starts out like the flicker of […]
