Peace and Gratitude — Peace and Gratitude Blog

Don’t worry! You don’t have to have musical talent. I’m talking about being the Rockstar Shopper & Gift-Giver! It all started with trying to find something to give my mom for her birthday. What to give the person that seems to have it all, right? I wanted to give her something special and uniquely for her. One thing I know she loves more than anything are her grandkids. Since I couldn’t pack them up and ship them to her, I did the next best thing. I uploaded a picture of her grandkids to be created into a pendant and the...

  I have been feeling a little anxious lately. It’s no wonder with all of what is going on in the world. I have stopped listening to the news. I have started watching comedy acts on YouTube and watching funny movies. I sometimes have a tightness in my chest whenever I start to think about everything. I force myself to stop thinking and breath deeply. The breathing works to calm me. These are times that we must be kind to ourselves.  I found this 20 minute meditation from Kristin Neff, PhD. She is one of the world’s leading experts on...

“However many holy words you read, However many you speak, What good will they do you If you do not act on upon them?” - Buddha   
In this uncertain time, it is very easy to just think about ourselves and our needs. Not knowing what this present will bring in our futures, we can without thinking jump off the mental cliff and act selfishly. No matter how wonderful you are in “normal” times, I am positive everyone has had these feelings as of late.   I am not here to make you feel bad. I want you to understand...

Another day, another opportunity to do something that matters. Doesn’t have to be a big act. A kind word, being fully present with a loved one, or just listening to a friend in need, these little acts mean more than you may ever know. Sending love to all!