Let it Be

Typically, July’s my favorite month of the year. Something about heat, humidity and it being too hot to do anything productive makes me happy. Yet this year, I’ve been in funk that I can’t seem to shake. There’s been a lot in my head and a lot going on, but nothing going anywhere. One day it’s this and the next day it’s that. I just can’t focus or make any decisions. Inside, I feel I need answers to move forward with something, but I don’t know what that something is. Today, however, as I pounded the treadmill, the answer came through the shuffle on my ipod: “Let it Be.” See it seems I’ve been beating myself up when all I needed to do was to “let it be.” Now, I’m not a Beatles fan,...

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An Independent Woman

Two-hundred thirty-four years ago today, 56 white men signed the Declaration of Independence. Today, women are dominating the business world, gaining political clout and breaking the traditional stereotypes of submissive, wife, mother and homemaker. The urban dictionary defines an independent woman as ” a woman who pays her own bills, buys her own things, and DOES NOT allow a man to affect her stability or self-confidence. She supports her self on her own entirely and is proud to be able to do so.” So instead of honoring the old, dead, white guys I opted to honor a few ladies, who at least for me, exemplify the spirit of an independent woman. 1. Sandra Bullock – You cheat and we’re done.  She doesn’t mess around and is confident...

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