Category Archives: Inspiration

Life Can Be Shorter Than You Expect

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Reena

Recently, I lost a friend to cancer and it really shook me up.  I was sad that he’s gone and I won’t ever get to see him again.  But, I was also really upset that many, many months had gone … Continue reading →

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Enjoy Your Present

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Reena

Life has its up and downs but sometimes in a down cycle, we think it will last forever.  We get impatient and that can lead to frustration and depression.  We have to remind ourselves that this phase will pass and … Continue reading →

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Making the Most of a Snow Day

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Reena

As kids we were thrilled by snow days but as adults we are horrified by them.  Our minds start spinning with thoughts of how to manage the kids if we have to get to work and then we dread the … Continue reading →

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Things I Should Do But Refuse To…

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Reena

There are so many tips and guidelines for living healthier, looking better and being more successful in life but sometimes doing the wrong things makes us happier.  Living on the dark side in some little ways can give pleasure so … Continue reading →

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Grateful for Honest People

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Reena

We always hear about all the crime and the bad people in the world but today I was reminded that the majority are actually good and honest people.  I was shopping and carry so many bags that after eating my … Continue reading →

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Forties and Fit

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Reena

In our twenties and even thirties, many of us had a lax attitude about our health and well-being.  Many of us were lucky to be healthy and thin and had a sense of immortality and felt we would look and … Continue reading →

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Dare to be Different

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Reena

I understand why being different requires ‘daring’.  Whether by design or by accident, when one leads a life that is different, there are many challenges that require strength of character to overcome.  I’m not even talking about leading a very … Continue reading →

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Sad

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Reena

What do you do when you’re feeling down? Don’t feel like going about the town. Don’t want to lift your head from the bed, Don’t want to do anything. Do you give in? Do you cry and ask Why? Or … Continue reading →

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Happy Retirement!

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Reena

My mom retired today after 40 years of service and it got me thinking about the different ages people retire at these days.  Many people continue to work for financial reasons because in our recent economy, they can’t afford not … Continue reading →

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The Things I Never Got a Chance to Say….

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Reena

My dear Harpreet, or Harry as we prefer to call you, there are so many things I never got to say to you.  I hope you knew some of these in your heart because otherwise I’m left with much regret. … Continue reading →

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