Empowered Transitions

There once was a time when women who had reached what was known as “Middle Age” became invisible to society. Not anymore! Women in their late 40’s, 50’s, & 60’s are now major movers and shakers in every arena of society. For example; we have Hilary Clinton(Secretary of State), Sarah Palin(powerful voice within the political [...]

We can thank Susan Smith of GypsyWindDesigns for this insight into her being re-united with one of her true loves. After a long and sad two year separation, my love and I have reunited! It is with great joy that I announce this reconciliation, and I have vowed not to go through that agony ever [...]

“Can you step into my office?” These are words that can bring the excitement of a new promotion or announcement of a trip to the far reaches of the company’s facility in Dallas… North Dakota. These were also the last words Janis thought she would hear on her way into work one Monday morning three [...]

Just when you think you have reached the end and everything is finished – realize you have only just begun. As we Baby Boomers have moved through our lives, we can look at this as an opportunity to grow and enrich our lives.

It happens to all of us from time to time: we wake up to an absolutely beautiful day, but we don’t see it because… well, because we have momentarily lost track of all the good that is in our lives.

I will readily admit that when someone has told me of the death of a family member that I have found it hard to find just the ‘right words’ to say that might minimize their grief or bring them some amount of comfort in their time of loss. I have never understood why my seeming [...]

Every year Time Magazine showcases what they call the Man of the Year. 1966’s Man of the Year was not a single man, or woman. Instead, in the January 6, 1967 issue of Time Magazine the spotlight was directly on those members of society that had become known as the Baby Boomer Generation. So, who [...]

Being self-empowered is to realize that your empowerment resides within you. Everyone talks about being empowered–just what does that mean? Empowerment is considered to be made up of five components: * Your sense of self worth * Your right to have and determine choices * Your right to have access to opportunities * Your right [...]

“Don’t just drift through your life, instead live it intentionally and on purpose.” Some years ago I came to believe that is one of the most important lessons that a person can learn. Living YOUR life demands that you pay attention to it and this means that you must make a conscious effort to have [...]