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What About Now?

Just Keep Growing Challenge 103
Copyright: Jeanne Gladden
It can be uncomfortable. Trying something new. Doing things in a different way.  Putting yourself out there.   It can be really…

It's Grow Time

Just. Keep. Growing. Do. Challenge 102
Copyright: Jeanne Gladden
As winter winds down and spring shows some interest, I’m feeling a surge of optimism. 

I did read that hummingbirds are…

Keep Showing Up. Keep On.

Keep fighting for the good.
Keep showing up.
Keep loving.
Keep giving back.
Keep being kind.
Keep being brave.
Keep caring.
Keep trying new things.
Keep showing grace.
Keep on.

The Messiest Times Inspire Profound Growth


When I get frustrated and wish I had it all figured out, I remember that the messiest times in my life have inspired the most profound change and growth.

The Bungee Cord Solution

Just Keep Growing Challenge 101
Copyright: Jeanne Gladden
Nearly every problem can be solved with a bungee cord.  At least that was our finding on dozens of extended bicycle rides…

A Bit Crispy?

Copyright: Jeanne Gladden
Challenge 100
It happens.  We throw ourselves into life and work. Days, weeks, months and even years fly by.   We may find ourselves in a blur…

Merriest Christmas.

Joy to the World. Joy to You. And me.

May next year be your best year.  And mine. 

Merriest Christmas. to you. And yours. 

Love, jeanne

Trust in the Timing

Imagine

Imagine all the people
Livin' life in peace

You may say I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will…

Just Breathe


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More To Be Grateful For

Even though gratitude is part of my daily round, Thanksgiving Day tends to amplify the number of things I am grateful for and the amount of gratitude I feel.

I’m…

Forever Young. Forever Friends

Challenge 99
Copyright Jeanne Gladden

Friendship is not something you learn in school. If you haven’t learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven’t learned anything. Muhammed Ali

We are…

So, go ahead.

In case you're worried that you're too old to pursue your dreams....Frank Lloyd Wright completed 1/3 of his life's work between the ages of 80 and 92.  So, go ahead. …

The Best Time

Jeanne is taking another week off:  Here's what's inspiring her today:  
"The Best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.  The second best time is now. " 

Do What You Can - Steve Marshall


Jeanne is on vacation this week, but she's been wondering.....what if we made kindness go viral....one act of kindness at a time.   

"Never decide to do nothing just because…

Garbage Truck Mondays

Challenge 98
Copyright Jeanne Gladden
Monday mornings are the best. Monday mornings are when garbage is collected in our neighborhood.   As the garbage truck announces itself, I’m enjoying my…

Say Something, Do Something

Challenge 97
Copyright Jeanne Gladden

It’s the mid-eighties. It’s the mid-west. Women were gingerly stepping into executive roles, having proven themselves worthy of such an honor over millennia.

I scored…

Remembering Jane Goodall

Challenge 96
Copyright Jeanne Gladden
Today the world remembers Dr. Jane Goodall not just for her contributions to science, but for her humanity.  Her curiosity, compassion and courage challenge us…